About
This slow-growing form of redwood, grown as a small tree or large shrub, with single stem forms reaching up to 2m in ten years if left unpruned. Short needles are borne tightly pressed to the branches, with new growth appearing creamy white before maturing to green.
About the genus
Sequoia is a tall and fast-growing evergreen tree with attractive, reddish-brown fibrous bark, and yew-like foliage arranged in two ranks on the shoots; cones are small, reddish-brown when mature
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun, Partial shade
Soil typeClay, Loam
Soil pHNeutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained, Well-drained
AspectEast-facing, North-facing, South-facing, West-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH6
Plant details
Plant typeConifers, Trees, Shrubs
HabitBushy
FoliageEvergreen
Height1.5-2.5 metres
Spread1-1.5 metres
Time to full height5-10 years
Suggested usesArchitectural
Care notes
CultivationGrow in deep, moderately fertile, moist but well-drained soil in full sun to light dappled shade. In areas prone to hard frosts, saplings may need winter protection until established. See conifer cultivation
PruningNo pruning required, but will tolerate coppicing or trimming, which can also encourage more white-tipped new growth
PropagationPropagate by softwood cuttings in summer or semi-ripe cuttings in late summer or autumn
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceMay be susceptible to honey fungus