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Green Whisper Bald Cypress

Crystal Bridges will close early at 4 PM on Friday, May 3, to prepare for the VIP Premiere of The Portal: An Art Experience by Jewel. Lunch will be served in the Great Hall on Friday. The Coffee Bar and select galleries will close at 3 PM.
Green Whisper Bald Cypress

Common Name: Green Whisper Bald Cypress

Botanical Name: Taxodium distichum ‘JFS-SGPN’

Green Whisper Bald Cypress

Plant family: Cupressaceae

Location: North Forest Trail

Growing zone: 5-9

Height: 50′-55′

Spread: 25′-30′

Bloom time: March, April

Bloom description: Small inconspicuous flowers. Male and female flowers on the same tree. Small round cones are more noteworthy and stay attached to the branches through the winter.

Leaf type: Light and whispy leaves fall in the winter.

Garden uses: Summertime shade tree. Wonderful exfoliating bark and light green, feathery leaves. Can easily tolerate continually damp soils; just be careful not to trip on their knees!

Wildlife benefits: Shelters birds and small animals.