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Latin Name: Metasequoia glyptostroboides
Forestart Reference: MEGLY1
In this deciduous conifer the leaves turn tawny pink and old gold in autumn. It is not suited to northern latitudes but is pollution tolerant. Common name: Dawn Redwood / Water Fir.
Native: China
Provenance: China
Size and spread (10 years): 4m
Treatment required: Requires pre chill.
Germinal seeds / kg: 48000
Ideal sowing period: Spring
Soil conditions: Best in moist well drained soils.
Planting instructions:
Mature height: 19m
Availability: In stock now
