Sequoia sempervirens
Coast Redwood
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Coast Redwood (Sequoia sempervirens) - Description
Sequoia sempervirens /sɨˈkɔɪ. əsɛmpərˈvaɪərənz/ is the sole living species of the genus Sequoia in the cypress family Cupressaceae (formerly treated in Taxodiaceae). Common names include coast redwood, California redwood, and giant redwood. It is an evergreen, long-lived, monoecious tree living 1200–1800 years or more. This species includes the tallest trees living now on Earth, reaching up to 379 feet (115.
Coast Redwood (Sequoia sempervirens) - Growth
In its native climate, Redwoods grow fast (3-5 ft. per year in its early age) reaching up to 90 ft. tall in 25 years. In less favorable environments, they will max out at around 50 ft. They do well in full sun or partial shade.
Coast Redwood (Sequoia sempervirens) - Planting
Plant seeds in spring, but protect from frost. Take stem cuttings in summer.
Coast Redwood (Sequoia sempervirens) - Pest
More or less pest free.
Coast Redwood (Sequoia sempervirens) - Interesting facts
Sequoia sempervirens grow very tall and one of them is the world's tallest living tree. This Sequoia, named Hyperion, growing along the northern coast of California has been measured at 379.1 ft. tall. Also, the bark of the Redwood is fire resistant. Early settlers in the West used Redwood bark to insulate their homes. Not only did it provide excellent insulation, but it also provided their homes with some resistance to fire. In their native climate, summer rains are sparse if not nonexistent. They can self irrigate themselves via fog that has condensed on their large surface areas of leaves. This is why they are known as COASTAL Redwoods, since fog occurs more frequently along the coasts.The species name "sempervirens" is translated from Latin to mean "always green".
Coast Redwood (Sequoia sempervirens) - Soil and irrigation
Sequoias need moderate to regular water. In warmer climates, they need more water. They do well next to lawns as they can absorb water used for lawn irrigation.
