Sequoiadendron giganteum
Sierra Redwood, Big Tree
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. This plant is fire prone don't plant near home.
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
Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.