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Sequoia sempervirens 'Aptos Blue'

Aptos Blue Coast Redwood

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Information by:         Photographer: Greg Applegate

 

Description

The Coast Redwood is an evergreen tree that grows 3'-5' a year and is able to reach 100'-300' tall. This tree has dense, blue green foliage and horizontal branches with branchlets that hang down. It is native to CA and is a very good landscape plant. This plant is fire-prone! Please use caution when planting near your home.

 

Plant Type

Tree, Conifer

Height Range

100' and up

Width Range

60-100'

Flower Color

n/a

Flower Season

n/a

Leaf Color

Blue Green, Dark Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Low, Extra in Summer

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Well-drained, Moist

Soil pH

Acid, Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Formal, Woodland

Accenting Features

Silhouette, Specimen

Seasonal Interest

Winter

Location Uses

Background

Special Uses

Mass Planting, Wind Break, Shade Tree

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.