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The Giant Redwood ‘Glaucum’ is a stunning evergreen conifer with silvery blue-green foliage. It forms a broad, conical shape that adds structure and year-round interest to larger gardens. This majestic tree brings a touch of prehistoric grandeur to the landscape, growing into an impressive specimen over time.
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Giant Redwood ‘Glaucum’ – *Sequoiadendron giganteum* ‘Glaucum’ is a spectacular evergreen conifer that adds ancient majesty to gardens. This particular cultivar stands out with its beautiful blue-green needles that shimmer with a silvery sheen, particularly when caught by the sun. The ‘Glaucum’ form grows more slowly and stays more compact than the standard giant redwood, which makes it better suited to larger residential gardens.
While still more manageable than the species, ‘Glaucum’ develops into a magnificent tree with a wide, pyramid-like form that provides structure and all-season appeal. Its blue-green foliage grows in delicate sprays across the branches, giving a lovely feathery appearance that looks wonderful alongside other garden plants.
Over time, Giant Redwood ‘Glaucum’ forms the characteristic thick, fibrous bark that resists fire – just like its wild California relatives that can survive for millennia. Your garden tree won’t match those forest champions for size, but it will become a considerable specimen over the decades, possibly growing to 20-30 metres tall.
This tree works brilliantly as a centrepiece or for adding long-term character to larger gardens. It’s also valuable for wildlife, offering roosting spots for birds and shelter for smaller creatures. Giant Redwood ‘Glaucum’ connects us to Earth’s distant history, bringing a sense of permanence and awe to any garden with sufficient space.
The Giant Redwood ‘Glaucum’ is relatively easy to care for, given the right conditions. Plant it in a spot that receives full sun to partial shade, with shelter from strong winds. It prefers moist, well-drained soil but can tolerate a range of soil types. Water regularly during its first few growing seasons to establish a deep root system. Once established, it’s quite drought-tolerant but appreciates occasional deep watering during dry spells. Pruning isn’t necessary unless you’re removing dead or damaged branches. Feed with a balanced, slow-release fertiliser in spring to promote healthy growth. This tree is generally resistant to pests and diseases, making it a low-maintenance option for those with the space to grow it.
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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