Bald Cypress ‘Shawnee Brave’

Narrow Pyramidal Form
Copper Fall Color
Moist Site Friendly

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Bald Cypress 'Shawnee Brave'

Sunlight
Can grow in a range from full sun to partial shade. They need at least six hours of direct, unfiltered sunlight per day.
Watering
Regular watering schedule for the first six months. Once established, rainwater should be sufficient.
Fertilizing
Should not need any extra fertilizer unless your entire lawn and garden have problems and needs regular fertilizing.

Bald Cypress 'Shawnee Brave'

Bald Cypress ‘Shawnee Brave’ is a narrow, upright deciduous conifer valued for soft green summer foliage, coppery fall color, and a refined pyramidal form. This adaptable tree brings vertical structure, seasonal texture, and reliable performance to large lawns, rain gardens, pond edges, and open landscape settings.

Why choose Bald Cypress ‘Shawnee Brave’?

Choose Bald Cypress ‘Shawnee Brave’ for the beauty of bald cypress in a more upright, space-conscious form. Its narrow pyramidal habit makes it easier to place than broader shade trees, while its fine-textured foliage creates a soft, airy look through summer. In fall, the needles turn warm bronze to copper before dropping, revealing attractive bark and branching. It is especially useful for moist sites, stormwater areas, and open lawns where a durable, distinctive tree is desired.

Key Characteristics

Botanical Name: Taxodium distichum ‘Mickelson’
Common Name: Bald Cypress ‘Shawnee Brave’
Plant Type: Deciduous conifer tree
Growth Habit: Narrow pyramidal to upright conical tree

Bald Cypress ‘Shawnee Brave’ Additional Information

Bald Cypress ‘Shawnee Brave’ has a clean, upright outline with a strong central leader and fine, feathery foliage that gives the tree a soft texture during the growing season. Although it looks evergreen in summer, it is deciduous, dropping its needles after they turn attractive copper, bronze, or russet tones in autumn. Small cones may appear on mature trees, adding subtle seasonal detail.

This cultivar is well suited for moist landscapes, including rain gardens, pond edges, large lawns, park-style plantings, and open commercial sites. It can also adapt to average well-drained soils once established, provided it has adequate space and moisture during early growth. In consistently wet locations, bald cypress may develop root knees over time, especially where soil remains saturated. Pruning is usually minimal and should focus on maintaining the central leader and removing damaged or crossing branches.

Planting & Care

1. Planting: Plant Bald Cypress ‘Shawnee Brave’ in full sun with moist, acidic to neutral, well-drained or wet-tolerant soil. Choose an open site with room for mature height, root development, and overhead clearance.

2. Watering: Water deeply after planting and keep the root zone consistently moist during establishment. Established trees perform best with steady moisture, especially in sunny, exposed, or fast-draining sites.

3. Mulching: Apply a broad mulch ring over the root zone to conserve moisture, keep roots cool, and reduce turf competition. Keep mulch pulled back from the trunk to protect the bark.

4. Pruning: Prune during dormancy as needed to remove damaged, crossing, or poorly placed branches. Preserve the upright central leader and natural pyramidal form.

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FAQs

How large does Bald Cypress 'Shawnee Brave' get?
Bald Cypress ‘Shawnee Brave’ grows into a tall, narrow tree over time, making it best for open lawns, large landscapes, rain gardens, and sites with good overhead clearance.
What makes Bald Cypress 'Shawnee Brave' different from regular bald cypress?
Its narrower, more upright pyramidal form is the key difference. It offers the soft foliage, copper fall color, and wet-site adaptability of bald cypress in a more refined shape.
Where should I plant Bald Cypress 'Shawnee Brave'?
Plant it in full sun in a spacious site with moist soil, such as a lawn, pond edge, rain garden, drainage area, or large naturalized planting.
What color does Bald Cypress 'Shawnee Brave' turn in fall?
The soft green foliage typically turns warm bronze, copper, or russet before dropping, giving the tree attractive autumn color and seasonal contrast.

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Tall Growth
Full Sun
Watering

Mature Height	Large: Up to 30 ft or more
Mature Spread	20+ ft
Growth Rate	Fast, Moderate
Botanical Name	Taxodium distichum
Bloom Time	Mid spring, Early Spring
Deer Resistant	Usually
Family	Cupressaceae
Flower Color	Non Flowering
Hardiness Zones	10, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
Size	#15 Container
Light Needs	Full Sun, Partial Sun
Maintenance	Low

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Growing Zones 5-9 Outdoors

(Hardy down to -20)

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