Metasequoia glyptostroboides

Dawn Redwood

Family: Cupressaceae Cypress


Type Tree
USDA Hardiness range 5A - 8B
Exposure Full sun
Bloom color n/a
Bloom time Spring
Water needs Wet
Landscape uses Specimen, street tree
Height 60' to 90' / 18.20m to 27.40m
Spread 20' to 30' / 6.00m to 9.20m
Growth rate Fast
Persistence Deciduous, needles or needle-like
Leaf color Green
Fruit color Brown
Soil pH requirements Acidic, neutral
Soil type Sandy, clay, loamy
Form Pyramidal
Attributes and features Attractive foilage