Metasequoia glyptostroboides
Dawn Redwood
Tree Characteristics
Leaves:
Deciduous
Height:
21 - 30m
Width:
5 - 8m
Growth Rate:
Fast
Tree Tolerances
Plant Hardiness Zone:
5, 6
Shade Tolerance:
Full Sun Part Shade
pH Tolerance:
Tolerant of acid to slightly alkaline soil (pH 5.0 to 7.5)
Drought Tolerance:
Moderate
Flooding Tolerance:
High
Salt Spray Tolerance:
Unknown
Soil Salt Tolerance:
Unknown
Planting site and Native Range
Planting Site:
Parks, Residential, Wide Median
Native to Ontario:
No
Native to North America:
No
Insects and Diseases
No serious or common issues in the urban environment.
Management Notes
None of significance
Cultivars
Gold Rush, National, Sheridan Spire, White Spot