Bald cypress

The Bald Cypress has a moderate growth rate and matures into a large pyramidal tree. This deciduous tree sheds its soft, fern-like needles in the fall after they turn a rich cinnamon color. This tree is tolerant of a wide range of soil types, including clay and extremely wet soil, but is still moderately drought…

Shrouded Sentinel - A lone bald cypress tree with rust colored leaves stands shrouded in Spanish moss in the shallow waters of Lake Martin outside Breaux Bridge, Louisiana.

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Bald cypress trees are favorites among planters as they provide a calming presence. Their foliage provides shade and makes them an ideal fit within any

Bald cypress, ornamental and timber tree native to swampy areas of southern North America.

Photo about Bald Cypress at the Lakes Edge as the Sun Slips Below the Horizon. Image of lake, trees, nature - 34833879

Whether you're looking for small ornamental trees or taller shade trees, here are 20 ideas for trouble-free choices that will thrive in the Midwest, recommended by a Midwest horticulture expert.

John Henley photographed a series of beautiful and breathtaking images of the Great Dismal Swamp for our December 2011 feature "The Green Island." We published nine images in the magazine, but offer an expanded selection of 22 in this slideshow.