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Sequoiadendron giganteum

Sierra Redwood, Big Tree

Plant photo of: Sequoiadendron giganteum
Information by: Jerry Sortomme - Editor        Photographer: Acacia Software/Mullany

 

Description

This dense, rapid grower has the potential to attain a height of 300' and 40'-50' spread at maturity. Its small foliage has a gray green to blue green color, which is awl-shaped and spreads all around the shoot. The bark, with its highly distinctive red brown color and soft, thick, resilient nature, becomes furrowed with age. The 2"-3" cones produced by this tree are attractive as well.

 

Plant Type

Tree, Conifer

Height Range

40-60', 60-100'

Flower Color

Green

Flower Season

Spring

Leaf Color

Blue Green, Dark Green, Grey Green

Bark Color

Brown, Red

Fruit Color

Brown

Fruit Season

Constant

Sun

Full, Half, Shade

Water

Very Low, Low

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Well-drained

Soil pH

Acid, Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Wetlands, Woodland

Accenting Features

Silhouette, Specimen, Unusual Shape

Seasonal Interest

n/a

Location Uses

Background, Lawn, Park, Roadside

Special Uses

Screen, Wind Break, Naturalizing

Attracts Wildlife

Birds, Wildlife

Water Saving Tip:

In shrub areas, convert from spray sprinklers to bubbler or drip systems that apply water directly to roots.

Occasionally check the soil's moisture level around shrubs before and after watering to determine if watering times are appropriate.