Dawn Redwood
Metasequoia glyptostroboides ‘Dawn’
A superior tree. It can be expected to perform very well in Keizer.
Description
A deciduous conifer tree, it grows in a pyramidal shape. When it matures, it rounds out. The needles emerge light freen in spring becoming darker green in the summer.
Characteristics
This tree is very large, and can grow up to 70 to 100 ft. tall. The needles are small and narrow. The needles are 1/2 inche long and 1/16 inch wide. It performs best in moist, but well-drained soil.