Coast Redwood Data Sheet

• Common name: Coast Redwood

• Latin name: Sequoia sempervirens

• Genus: Sequoia

• Height: 115 m (379 ft)

• Type: Evergreen

• Hardiness: Zone 7–9

• Conservation status: Endangered

Coast Redwood Info

Sequoia sempervirens, commonly known as the Coast redwood, is a conifer native to the United States. Its range extends across California.

This tree is generally found at low to medium altitudes, mostly from 100 m (328 ft) to 2,500 m (8,200 ft).

The coast redwood is a super giant among trees, reaching a height of 115 m (379 ft). The trunk diameter can exceed 9 m. The bark is soft and very thick (20 cm) with a grey - brown colour. The needles are 2 cm long and have a medium green colour. The cones are spherical and 3 cm diameter. The dark brown cones take 8 months to ripen.

It can live up to 3,000 years.

The Coast redwood is closely related to the Giant Redwood, which shares many of its characteristics.

This species produces highly valuable timber with a high rot resistance. This is the ultimate tree for large gardens if size matters to you. It is the tallest living thing on the planet. It can be used for bonsai also.

Saplings are 3 inches tall.

Care Instructions

Upon receipt these will need separating into individual pots, preferably 4" pots or bigger. Keep free from competing weeds and never allow to completely dry out, water logging should also be avoided. Do not be tempted to keep in the greenhouse as this may greatly harm the saplings via scorching. Trees will perform best raised outdoors in full sunny position. Growth rate is medium and will need re-potting to beyond a 10" pot in 10 months.

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