Bald Cypress

Published on May 4, 2010 by in Deciduous Shade Trees, Shade Trees

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Copper foliage Texas Native: Blackland Prairie & Edwards Plateau Height: 60-100′ Spread: 25-50′ Seasonal Interest: Fall Drought Tolerance: Light Maintenance: Pruning not necessary Requires deep, moist soil conditions and moisture; foliage dries up in dry, hot location; use western seed source only

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Texas Ash

Published on May 4, 2010 by in Deciduous Shade Trees, Shade Trees

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Yellow-bronze foliage Texas Native: Edwards Plateau Height: 40-50′ Spread: 40-50′ Seasonal Interest: Fall Drought Tolerance: Very Low Maintenance: Prune for shape or to raise canopy Fast growing; only Ash appropriate for Austin area; needs good drainage; relatively long life; provides nesting and cover; birds eat flowers and fruit

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