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These trees thrive in moist, damp, foggy environments and do well on the coast. Young trees are sensitive to frost, however after a few years they are hardy across most of the UK (-20C to -15C).
Sequoia sempervirens has striking thick, fibrous, soft and spongey reddish-brown bark and slightly drooping branches with dark green linear needle-like leaves that are arranged in two rows.
Embrace the magnificence of nature with Sequoia sempervirens, the Coast Redwood! Towering over the landscape, these awe-inspiring giants add an unparalleled sense of grandeur to any environment, ideally grown as a specimen in a large park or garden. Bring home a piece of living history, a tree that has witnessed millennia.
Originally from the West coast of the USA, the Coast Redwood is in popular cultivation across the UK and Europe. As if being the tallest and oldest tree on the planet isn’t enough, the Coast Redwood has gained the prestigious Royal Horticultural Society’s Award of Garden Merit.
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Coast Redwood Sequoia sempervirens, or Californian redwood, is a magnificent evergreen conifer that’s truly impressive to behold. Famous for reaching extraordinary heights, this species ranks amongst the world’s tallest trees. Its graceful needle-like leaves and characteristic reddish-brown bark give it remarkable charm. Thriving in damp, coastal conditions, the coast redwood makes an excellent choice for gardens and parks. This remarkable tree brings ancient grandeur to any space, offering a peaceful connection to the natural world. The beauty of Coast Redwood Sequoia sempervirens brings the wonder of these prehistoric giants into your garden.
Coast Redwood Sequoia sempervirens stands as a remarkable link to our planet’s ancient past, making an unforgettable statement in any garden setting.
Coast Redwood Sequoia sempervirens currently appears as “Endangered” on the IUCN Red List, showing how vital conservation work has become. These incredible giants, which once grew widely along North America’s western coastline, now face serious challenges from human impact, climate shifts, wildfires, and disease. Loss of habitat through logging and changing land use has badly affected their numbers. Being among Earth’s tallest and most ancient tree species, protecting Coast Redwoods matters enormously for their environmental importance and for keeping their special forest ecosystems diverse and healthy.
Work to protect and rebuild their habitats remains vital to keep this famous species alive for the years ahead.
Coast Redwood Sequoia sempervirens boasts several amazing records:
- Tallest Tree: Coast Redwoods are famous as Earth’s tallest trees. The current tallest living tree is “Hyperion,” which reaches roughly 379 feet (116 metres) high. Though new finds might reveal even taller examples.
- Largest Living Organism: Coast Redwood forests create one of the planet’s biggest living organisms through their connected root networks, called “clones.” These clones spread across vast areas and include genetically matching trees sharing one root system.
- Oldest Tree: Though not the most ancient species, some Coast Redwoods have survived over 2,200 years, placing them among Earth’s longest-living trees.
- Largest Groves: California’s Coast Redwood forests, especially in places like Redwood National and State Parks, contain some of the biggest and most famous groves of these magnificent trees, forming breathtaking forest scenes.
- Fastest Growth Rate: Coast Redwoods show amazing growth speeds, with young trees gaining considerable height yearly. This quick growth helps create their towering size.
- Carbon Sequestration: Because of their huge size and long lives, Coast Redwoods work brilliantly as carbon stores, capturing large amounts of carbon dioxide, making them precious allies against climate change.
- Coast Redwood Sequoia sempervirens has earned the Royal Horticultural Society’s Award of Garden Merit.
Native: Pacific coast California.
UK Native: No – UK Grown
Soil conditions: Requires deep soils but will grow on deep soils over chalk.
Planting instructions: Prefers moist, damp, foggy atmospheres. Needs lots of space!
Size and spread (10 years): 2m to 3m
Mature height: 100m (in wild) 30m (in gardens).
These trees are supplied well rooted in 2 litre pots. They are between 40/60cm tall currently.
Shaw Green Trees aim to have your order with you in fastest time possible and safest method of transport. Dependent on the parcel size and geographical destination in mind with will select the most suitable courier.
You are welcome to collect any times from our nursery in Euxton, Lancashire. Please contact us to arrange a suitable date and time.
Seeds
We generally send seeds out via Royal Mail Second Class. It’s the safest and easiest way to deliver seeds.
Young Trees
Young trees (Less than 1.2m) will generally be sent via Evri.
Larger quantities of young trees will be sent via ParcelForce or pallet courier..
Huge Trees
Some of our huge trees are too tall to be sent via a courier. They are generally only available for collection from our nursery, local delivery or via occasionally pallet courier. This will be shown on the individual product page.
Located in Euxton, West Lancashire, our business is dedicated to providing high-quality UK-grown trees and seeds.
With a focus on sustainability and local sourcing, we offer a diverse range of tree species, ensuring that our customers receive the finest selection of UK-native trees and seeds.
From majestic oaks to delicate blossoms, our stock is carefully cultivated to thrive in the British climate, making it the perfect choice for both amateur gardeners and seasoned professionals.
With a commitment to environmental stewardship and customer satisfaction, we aim to be your reliable ally in crafting stunning and eco-conscious landscapes throughout the UK.
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