Taxodium d. Shawnee Brave Bald Cypress

At a glance, you'd think you were looking at an evergreen tree. The cone shape and the needle-esque foliage certainly give it the appearance as well. However, after closer inspection, you'll see that the Shawnee Brave Bald Cypress (Taxodium distichum 'Mickelson') is actually a deciduous tree and the needles are just very thin leaves. You'll love the intriguing blend of styles this tree brings to your yard.

Often found in parks bunched together, this midwest native is unlike most other cone-bearing trees. The Shawnee Brave Bald Cypress loses its needles each winter, giving it the appearance it really is going bald.

However, during the spring and summer months, this tree's needles are a gorgeous deep shade of emerald.