Bald Cypress

Bald Cypress at Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens on July 11, 2025. I attended a special photography event at Brookside Garden's butterfly exhibit July 10. Being cloudy out mid-morning after the event, I strolled around the property again. Right outside the greenhouse where the exhibit is, this tree stood out. I was unsure what type it was and some searching later on led to a Bald Cypress ID. I had not seen one locally as they prefer wet conditions like swamps and rivers. I planned to go to Kenilworth the next morning as the lotuses were in peak bloom, not expecting to find dozens of the cypress. Since it is marshy, tidal, and is sprawled with pools of water for lilies and lotuses, it is perfect habitat for these trees. I look forward to photographing their cones again on a future visit.

Lens - NIKKOR Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VR @ 370mm on Nikon Z8