Dawn Redwood

Metasequoia glyptostroboides

Physical Characteristics

Metasequoia glyptostroboides is a deciduous Tree growing to 15 m (49ft) by 4 m (13ft) at a fast rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 5 and is not frost tender. It is in flower from February to March, and the seeds ripen from October to November. The species is monoecious (individual flowers are either male or female, but both sexes can be found on the same plant) and is pollinated by Wind. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils and can grow in very acid soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers dry moist or wet soil and can grow in water.

Distribution

E. Asia - China.

Habitats

Woodland Garden Canopy; Hedge; Pond; Bog Garden;

Edible Uses

None known

Medicinal Uses

None known

Known Hazards

None known