About
This ornamental tree, reaching 8-20m, with a rounded head of foliage. It displays attractive flowers or foliage. 'Argenteum' is valued in garden settings.
About the genus
Sequoiadendron is a tall evergreen tree with soft, red-brown bark, flame-shaped when young, becoming more irregular with maturity. Short awl-shaped leaves are arranged spirally on the shoots, and ovoid cones become red-brown when mature
Plant details
Suggested usesSpecimen tree, large borders
Care notes
CultivationFertile, well-drained soil in sun or part shade
PruningPrune when young. Remove dead wood
PropagationSeed or grafting
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceHoney fungus possible