The striking beauty of a redwood, but without the large size. This fast growing smaller version is perfect for the smaller gardens. It has the typical flared trunk, pyramidal shape and rough reddish bark, but the fine needles are a bright golden color with orange highlights in spring turning to a non-fading bright golden color. Attracts birds, deer tolerant. Botanical Name- Metasequoia glyptostroboides ‘WAH-08AG’ Pronunciation- met-uh-seh-KOY-uh glip-toh-stroh-BOY-deez Foliage- Deciduous Mature Width- 10 ft Mature Height- 20 ft Sun Exposure- Full Sun Soil Preferences- Prefers moist, well-drained, acidic, tolerant of average Current Size- 10 Bloom Color- Inconspicuous Bloom Time- Inconspicuous Companion Plants- Princess Holly Ann Crapemyrtle – provides complementary texture and seasonal interest Fauna Attracted- Shelter for birds, wind-pollinated Plant Habit- Tree
- Care Rating- Moderate
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin – C42 Yearly Care Instructions- Prune to remove dead branches in late winter; water regularly and mulch around base. Trimming Instructions- Prune in late winter to remove dead branches and shape the tree. Fertilization Instructions- Apply a conifer-friendly fertilizer (e.g., 4-8-8) in early spring; moderate to high feeding need. Loosen clay soil for the rapidly growing roots. Fertilizer Recommendation- Evergreen-tone Possible Issues- Canker diseases, spider mites
