Dawn Redwood
Metasequoia glyptostroboides
Dawn Redwood is a fast-growing, deciduous conifer admired for its feathery, fern-like foliage that turns rich bronze in fall before dropping. Once thought extinct, this living fossil features a tall, pyramidal shape and reddish-brown bark that peels attractively with age.
USDA Hardiness Zones: 4–8
Sun Requirements: Full sun
Water Requirements: Moderate to high; prefers moist, well-drained soil and tolerates wet sites
Growth Rate: Fast
Mature Size: 70–100 feet tall, 20–30 feet wide
Soil Preference: Moist, deep, well-drained soil; tolerant of clay and occasional flooding
Landscape Use: Specimen tree, large landscapes, rain gardens, park settings
Maintenance: Low maintenance; prune lower branches in winter if needed for clearance
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