Garden Seeds
Taxodium Distichum 'Bald Cypress' Seeds
by Plantflix · United States
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Cultivate your mini bonsai forest with Taxodium Distichum 'Bald Cypress' seeds! These seeds grow into a classy cypress that is a must-have for any bonsai enthusiast. Germination Rates: These germination rates are lower than usual, often 60% or less
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Instructions: We recommend using the following to sow the seeds: 12 Cavity Greenhouse or Planter with Humidity Dome Soil Pellets or Soil Pods Liquid Fertilizer Stratification is highly recommended for these seeds, you can plant in moss in a bag or in the planter and put in the fridge for up to 3 months. After stratifying, put in a warm spot like a heat mat >70F and with grow lights or indirect sunlight and in a greenhouse. Monitor the soil(checking ~once a week) to make sure it remains moist and that the humidity dome has condensation. ( Find more info on germinating seeds by going to our seed guide ) These seeds are for the 2026 growing season. About the seeds: difficulty beginner | intermediate | advanced germination time 1-3 months depth 1/8"-1/4” spacing 1-2 seeds per nursery pot or greenhouse tray cell recommended planter 2"-4" nursery pot or greenhouse to start (no terra cotta) time to maturity several years seed prep pre-soak | scarification | stratification | none method greenhouse | paper towel method temperature cool, temperate climate About the Plants: description tall conifer evergreen difficulty beginner | intermediate | advanced growth speed slow | medium | fast size of plant outdoors >100 tall. As a bonsai, much smaller. light full sun | partial sun | shade | grow lights soil well-draining 1/2 coconut coir or peat-based potting mix or 1/2 sand temperature warm | cool pet-friendly cats | dogs | no pests few pests fertilization heavy | moderate | light