How fast and tall it grows will depend on soil moisture. * The USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map was created so that gardeners, growers and landscapers have a way to compare the average lowest temperature in their area with the average lowest temperature that a specific plant will survive without damage. Place native soil removed from planting hole around the perimeter of the hole, in a wheel barrow, or on a tarp. When your order has been packaged it is shipped via FedEx or UPS special priority to ensure an on time delivery and a healthy plant. In average garden soil you should not have to water your newly planted Bald cypress every day. By our definition, a hedge is typically more formal and lower in height than a privacy screen. When you buy plants online from Wilson Bros Gardens, you can expect to receive high-quality nursery and garden center grade plants that are fully-rooted in their containers or pots and ready upon arrival to plant and thrive for years to come in your gardens - Guaranteed! If in the rare event the plants or products you purchased from us were damaged during transit, or if you are not satisfied with the quality of the plants, please call or. Temporarily Out of Stock. We are so glad you are pleased! For taller trees, you can drive three 18-inch long stakes at a 45 degree angle into the ground to a point where 4 to 6 inches of the stake remains above ground. If so, here's some instructions for staking a tree. Your free shipping is really a plus!-----------------------------------Hi Michael, Thanks so much for taking the time to provide your review of the Bald Cypress. Perfect for use as a shade tree and when planted on the west side of the home cooling costs will be reduced. The Bald Cypress Tree is a large deciduous tree that often reaches heights of 130 ft. at maturity. Use wire or nylon string to tie from the stake to the tree. We are so glad you are pleased and we hope you enjoy it for a thousand years to come! In drier soils growth rate is somewhat slower and mature height is between 30 to 40 feet. Zone 3b has a low temperature of -35 to -30 Fahrenheit and -34.5 to -37.2 Celsius, spanning from northernmost regions of the US, interior and northern coastal areas of Alaska, southern regions of Canada, northern areas of Europe, some central and northern interior regions of China, and interior regions of northern Japan. It thrives equally as well in wet soils as it does in dry soils. We are so happy that you are pleased! Avoid using metal wire as this could damage the bark of your tree. Neutral on the pH scale is 7.0. If the tree was healthy looking last year you can skip feeding. Bald Cypress trees can tolerate most any type of soil and even extremely wet conditions, so they are an excellent choice for any Houston landscape. Wilson brother staff really helped get that straight. Bald Cypress trees do not require pruning. To avoid suffocating your tree, avoid placing soil on top of the root ball. I was excited to learn that it grows well outside its native range. Zone 3a has a low temperature of -40 to -35 Fahrenheit and -37.3 to -39.9 Celsius, spanning from northernmost regions of Minnesota (International Falls), interior and northern coastal areas of Alaska (St. Michael), southern regions of Canada, northern regions of Europe, northern regions of China, and central regions of northern Japan. Thanks for the great review! We spend twice as much as the average online plant store on quality shipping materials. The tree is usually best performing near standing water, although it will also grow well in dry locations. Bald Cypress grows in full to mostly sun or part sun. Ordered 2 trees , Ordered at the same time but they arrived several days apart. They arrived in perfect condition and have thrived since transplant. Get more details below. We will contact you as soon as this product is available. Bald Cypress - Taxodium distichum - 3 Gallon Pot The Bald Cypress is a beautiful, fast-growing and very easy-to-grow North American native tree. How fast and tall it grows will depend on soil moisture. Its best to provide water around the drip line (perimeter) of the tree, where most of the feeders roots are growing. Alternatively, you can feed with mild, organic plant food. An unusual and interesting tree, often growing over 100 ft. in height. When planting in dense clay or very dry soils it is beneficial to thoroughly mix in some bagged top soil and/or a good planting mix at a 25% ratio with the native soil removed from the planting hole. eCommerce Software by 3dcart. The small needles of the Bald Cypress Tree fill the summer air with a unique fragrance, the shape of the tree appearing rugged and oriental.• The Bald Cypress trees are deciduous conifers which occur near damp soils or swamps. I am so pleased with my purchases.-------------------WBG Reply: Hi Karen, Thanks so much for taking the time to provide your review of the Bald Cypress. Root Stimulator reduces plant shock and promotes greener, more vigorous plants. Maintenance is minimal to none. Thanks for the great review! Recommended USDA zones for Bald Cypress Trees: [Taxodium distichum]. Click button below to get on the Waiting List! They are healthy and beautiful. Zone 4a|Zone 4b|Zone 5a|Zone 5b|Zone 6a|Zone 6b|Zone 7a|Zone 7b|Zone 8a|Zone 8b|Zone 9a|Zone 9b|Zone 10a|Zone 10b, 30' to 40'|40' to 50'|50' to 70'|Over 70', Moist But Well-Drained|Dry (when established)|Wet, Planting & Caring For A Bald Cypress Tree, Brackens Brown Beauty Magnolia - 3 Gallon Pot.