Cascade Falls Bald Cypress

Cascade Falls Bald Cypress (Taxodium distichum 'Cascade Falls')

Cascade Falls Bald Cypress (Taxodium distichum 'Cascade Falls') is a striking weeping form of the native Bald Cypress, known for its graceful cascading branches and feathery, bright green foliage. This unique cultivar brings a dramatic presence to the landscape, combining architectural form with seasonal change and adaptability to wet or dry sites.

Distinctive Features

This deciduous conifer forms a narrow, upright framework when staked, with pendulous branches that drape downward like a green waterfall. It grows 8 to 20 feet tall depending on training and staking height, with finely textured, soft needles that turn rich copper-orange in fall before dropping. The sculptural silhouette makes it an eye-catching specimen year-round.

Growing Conditions

• Sun Exposure: Full sun
• Soil Type: Moist, well-drained to wet soils
• Soil pH: Acidic to neutral
• Water Needs: Moderate to high, tolerates wet conditions
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 5 to 9

Ideal Uses

• Focal point in lawns, courtyards, or near water features
• Accent tree in rain gardens or low-lying areas
• Architectural element in formal or modern designs
• Conversation piece in collector gardens
• Unique specimen for wet soils that resist other trees

Low Maintenance Care

• Stake central leader to develop vertical height
• Water regularly during establishment and dry spells
• Mulch to preserve soil moisture and regulate temperature
• Minimal pruning required to preserve natural weeping shape
• Leaves drop in fall, offering easy seasonal cleanup

Why Choose Cascade Falls Bald Cypress

• Dramatic weeping form with architectural character
• Tolerates wet soils and seasonal flooding
• Brilliant fall color and year-round structure
• Excellent choice for water-wise or rain gardens
• A commanding focal point with soft texture and movement

Cascade Falls Bald Cypress brings motion, elegance, and resilience to the landscape, offering a sculptural focal point that thrives in challenging sites and rewards with year-round beauty.