We are taking a break from the heat. We will resume shipping plants starting in September. Feel free to pre-order plants for your fall garden. First come, first served.
Dawn Redwood (Metasequoia glyptostroboides) potted tree, gallon size, organic
$40.00
Family: Cyprus (Cupressaceae)
Hardy to Zones 4 to 8
Deciduous coniferous tree native to Hubei province in China, capable of reaching a height of 165 feet. A living fossil descended from trees that lived in association with the dinosaurs, resurrected only recently from near extinction. The trees are related to our giant redwoods and achieve a handsome, pyramidal shape. Excellent choice for roomy landscapes, parks and drives. Tree prefers moist, well-drained soil and sun to part shade. Space trees 60 feet apart.
Please note: These are barren in the winter and bear lovely soft fronds in spring through fall.
Potted tree, certified organically grown, gallon size
Only 3 left in stock
Question
Tim Child –
Do you know what the reason is for the general rule among redwoods that you never trim them?
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Admin Richo Cech –
Actually you can prune them if you want, but the natural triangular shape of a free-growing dawn redwood cannot be improved upon with shears. Sometimes people cut off the lower branches if they are in the way. Bonsai’d dawn redwoods are severely pruned back.
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Tim Child –
I have heard that there is a general rule among redwoods that you never trim them is that true?
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Admin Richo Cech –
yes
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