Dawn Redwood
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| Plant Information | |
| Common Name | Dawn Redwood |
| Botanical Name | Metasequoia glyptostroboides |
| Description | |
| Plant Type | Shade |
| Mature Height | 75 to 100 ft |
| Mature Width | 20 to 25 ft |
| Growth Habit | Pyramidal |
| Bloom Color | Non-Flowering |
| Bloom Interest | Insignificant |
| Seasonal Interest | Fall |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Foliage Type | Simple |
| Fall Color | Russett |
| Attributes | Clay Soil, Deer Resistant, Street Tree, Wet Soil |
| Attracts Butterflies | No |
| Attracts Birds | No |
| Care | |
| Sun Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Shade |
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 5 to 8 |
| Zoned for KC Region | Yes |
| Water Preference | Moist,Well-drained,Wet |
| Maintenance Level | Moderate |
| Cost | Moderate |
| Watering Notes | Water deeply if rainfall is less than 1" per week especially for the first 3 years after planting. After roots are established, water deeply in extreme weather situations. |
| Fertilize Notes | According to Missouri Department of Conservation, trees seldom need to be fertilized even when planting. But it may be used to increase growth rates. If the tree is weak or distressed, fertilizer should only be applied sparingly. |
| Prune Notes | Dawn Redwood requires little pruning, maintaining a natural triangular shape. Trim lower branches as needed. Prune when dormant. |