Dawn Redwood — Growing reference
| Scientific name | Metasequoia glyptostroboides |
|---|---|
| Seed germination (days) | 14–30 |
| Soil temperature for germination (°C) | 15.6–23.9 |
| First harvest or flowering (days) | 1825–3650 |
| Measured from | Transplant |
| Plant spacing (cm) | 762–1524 |
| Mature height (cm) | 2133.6–3048 |
| Mature spread (cm) | 762–1219.2 |
| USDA hardiness zones | 4–8 |
| Light | Full sun |
| Water | High |
| Sowing method | Transplant |
Growing directions
Dawn redwood is a fast-growing deciduous conifer often called a living fossil, prized for feathery fern-like foliage that turns coppery orange before dropping in fall. Give it full sun and consistently moist, well-drained soil; it tolerates wet sites and even seasonal flooding better than most conifers. Choose a location with abundant vertical and horizontal space, as mature trees reach 70 to 100 feet with a broad conical form. Water deeply during establishment and through dry spells for the first few seasons. It needs no pruning to develop its naturally elegant shape.
Source and local conditions
Typical planning ranges from OpenPlantDB (CC0). Cultivar, climate, season and growing method can change these values. Confirm the seed label and local guidance before planting.
Source & verification
OpenPlantDB · CC0