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Metasequoia glyptostroboides

Dawn Redwood, Dawn Redwood Metasequoia glyptostroboides, Metasequoia Tree

Metasequoia glyptostroboides, commonly known as the Dawn Redwood, is a deciduous tree that features fine, needle like, rich-green leaves which turn colourful shades of pink, gold, and red-brown in autumn before falling. This stately tree grows with a narrow and conical shape to about 30 m tall and 8 m wide. Metasequoia glyptostroboides is commonly grown as a specimen, grown for timber, used to help with erosion control, planted for shelter, or grown around large water features such as ponds and lakes.

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Suited to regions:All regions
Plant type:Trees
Height:30.00 m
Spread:8.00 m
Flowering time:
Tolerances:Hardy, Wet, Wind
Garden uses:Parks, Ponds, Specimen
Garden styles:Alpine, Architectural, Forestry, Japanese, Modern
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsLow
Growth rateMedium
Also known asDawn Redwood, Dawn Redwood Metasequoia glyptostroboides, Metasequoia Tree

Metasequoia glyptostroboides Details

Metasequoia glyptostroboides, commonly known as the Dawn Redwood, is a lovely, deciduous tree native to China. It features fine, needle like, rich-green leaves which turn colourful shades of pink, gold, and red-brown in autumn before falling. This stately tree grows with a narrow and conical shape to about 30 m tall and 8 m wide, preferring a full sun position and a well-drained site. It is tolerant of frost, cool climates, extended dry periods, moderate wind, and a wide range of soil conditions, including wet and heavy soils. Metasequoia glyptostroboides is commonly grown as a specimen, grown for timber, used to help with erosion control, planted for shelter, or grown around large water features such as ponds and lakes.

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