Sequoia sempervirens 'Soquel'

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Redwood, Coast 'Soquel'

 
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Information by:         Photographer: Norman's Nursery

 

Description

The Soquel Coast Redwood is an evergreen tree that grows 3'-5' a year and is able to reach 100'-300' tall. This tree has bluish-green fine textured foliage with branchlets that slightly turn up at the end of the horizontal branches. It is native to CA. and Oregon. This plant is fire-prone! Please use caution when planting near your home.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Plant Type

Tree, Conifer

 

Height Range

100' and up

 

Flower Color

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Flower Season

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Leaf Color

Dark Green

 

Bark Color

Red

 

Fruit Color

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Fruit Season

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Sun

Full, Half

 

Water

Low, Extra in Summer

 

Growth Rate

Moderate

 

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam

 

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Well-drained, Moist

 

Soil pH

Acid, Neutral

 

Adverse Factors

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Design Styles

Formal, Woodland

 

Accenting Features

Silhouette, Specimen

 

Seasonal Interest

Winter

 

Location Uses

Background

 

Special Uses

Hedge, Mass Planting, Wind Break, Shade Tree

 

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.