Cypress Trees
Two varieties of Cypress trees live in Florida. The Bald Cypress (Taxodium distichum) and the Pond Cypress (Taxodium ascendens) are deciduous conifers. Both lose their leaves in the winter after turning a beautiful autumn color. They are flood-tolerant and both form knees from their roots.
The Bald Cypress generally grows to a height of 150 feet but can grow taller. They live for up to 600 years. The Pond Cypress is much smaller reaching a height of about 80 feet. It is nearly maintenance-free and can be a beautiful addition to your landscape. Birds enjoy the seeds from both Cypress trees while the Bald Cypress provides roosting and nesting spots.
