Bald Cypress Knees in Yard: Cut Them, They'll Return If Soil Stays Wet

Knee Facts

• Form in wet/saturated soil for gas exchange.
• Won't regrow from same spot, but new ones emerge if conditions persist.
• Grinding to ground level is fine for mowing.

Long-Term

Knees enlarge over time. If wetness can't be fixed, expect ongoing knee management. Tree health isn't harmed by knee removal.