Encyclopedia · Cupressaceae · Metasequoia glyptostroboides
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Metasequoia glyptostroboides
Dawn Redwood
Metasequoia · Cupressaceae
Dawn Redwood (Metasequoia glyptostroboides) is a exotic tree included in the City of Sydney tree species list. Council data indicates approximately 16 m high and 8 m spread, with a pyramidal canopy form. Its recorded local performance is somewhat reliable. Final selection should still account for available soil volume, services, exposure and the mature canopy required on the site.
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Classification
Genus
Metasequoia
Family
Cupressaceae
Common name
Dawn Redwood
Climate
temperate, subtropical, urban
Metasequoia glyptostroboides belongs to the Metasequoia genus within the Cupressaceae family. It performs reliably across temperate, subtropical, urban zones in our experience. It is an Australian native we grow and specify regularly.
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Cultivation
Care sheet.
Water
Establishment watering; monitor during extended drought
Light
Full sun to part shade, subject to species
Soil
Wet soil; confirm drainage and soil volume for the site
Growth rate
Moderate
Mature size
16 m H × 8 m W
Landscape use
Maintain current usage
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Further reading
- 01Tree species list - urban suitability and selection attributes — City of Sydney
- 02Metasequoia glyptostroboides observation photograph — GBIF · 謝麗霦 · http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
- 03Tree planting and selection lists — City of Ryde Council