Coast Redwood, Redwood, California Redwood, Coastal Sequoia
The tallest tree in the world, Sequoia sempervirens (Redwood) is a vigorous, densely branched, evergreen conifer of narrow-conical habit adorned with a massive trunk that is flared outward at the base, and a dense conical crown. Young trees have a graceful pyramidal shape with horizontal or drooping branches. As they mature, they begin to lose their lower branches to become tall and straight with a high crown. The flat, bright green needles are soft and arranged in sprays along the stems. The fibrous bark is rich reddish brown and furrowed. The oblong, reddish-brown cones are quite small for such a big tree, 1.25 in. long (3 cm). Spectacular with its huge trunk and neat pyramidal shape, this California and Oregon native may take 400 years to reach maturity. It is extremely long-lived (2000 years!). Many trees have been protected in areas such as Redwood National Park, Muir Woods, and a number of California State Parks. Sequoia sempervirens and its close relative, Sequoiadendron giganteum (Giant Sequoia), are jointly designated as the State Tree of California. Always fresh-looking, and pest-free, Redwoods are magnificent trees that are easy to grow in their native range. Provide plenty of room and adequate moisture throughout the year.
Hardiness |
7 - 9 |
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Heat Zones |
8 - 9 |
Climate Zones | 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
Plant Type | Conifers, Trees |
Plant Family | Cupressaceae |
Genus | Sequoia |
Common names | California Redwood, Redwood, Coast Redwood |
Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest | Spring (Early, Mid, Late), Summer (Early, Mid, Late), Fall, Winter |
Height | 60' - 100' (18.3m - 30.5m) |
Spread | 15' - 25' (4.6m - 7.6m) |
Maintenance | Low |
Water Needs | Average |
Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Showy, Evergreen, Fruit & Berries |
Native Plants | California, United States, Pacific Northwest, Oregon |
Garden Styles | Prairie and Meadow |
Hardiness |
7 - 9 |
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Heat Zones |
8 - 9 |
Climate Zones | 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
Plant Type | Conifers, Trees |
Plant Family | Cupressaceae |
Genus | Sequoia |
Common names | California Redwood, Redwood, Coast Redwood |
Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest | Spring (Early, Mid, Late), Summer (Early, Mid, Late), Fall, Winter |
Height | 60' - 100' (18.3m - 30.5m) |
Spread | 15' - 25' (4.6m - 7.6m) |
Maintenance | Low |
Water Needs | Average |
Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Showy, Evergreen, Fruit & Berries |
Native Plants | California, United States, Pacific Northwest, Oregon |
Garden Styles | Prairie and Meadow |
How many Sequoia sempervirens (Redwood) do I need for my garden?
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