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Dawn Redwood Tree at One Year. 10.1.17 |
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Dawn Redwood Leaves. 10.1.17 |
Last year we planted a
Dawn Redwood (
Metasequois glyptostroboides) tree. I followed the recommendation of Washington State Horticulturist Linda Chalker-Scott, and washed the soil from the roots, pruned crossed or damaged roots, before planting. It had so little remaining root, I wondered if it would live.
It did nicely, leafed out nicely, and grew about a foot taller. I didn't expect much. The adage is First year sleep, Second year creep, Third year leap. I think the second year grown is at least "creep" so maybe next year it will leap. These trees have the potential to grow 5 feet per year.
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