Up-limbing young bald cypress

Question

Should I remove the lower branches from 2″ caliper, 7′ tall newly transplanted bald cypress?

Answer 1

If the branches are overly-long, then you can cut them back. The important thing to remember about cypress trees is to go slow and steady, branch by branch. This article may help you identify which branches to cut and how far back:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/cypress/cutting-back-cypress-trees.htm