Sequoia sempervirens 'Prostrata'

Also Known As

Prostrata Prostrate Coast Redwood

Plant type

tree, shrub, conifer

size

H: 2'
W: 8'

planting zones

7a-9b

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Sequoia sempervirens 'Prostrata' plant details

Sequoia sempervirens 'Prostrata' is a slow growing evergreen conifer shrub or tree with blue and green foliage. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular - occasional water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Sequoia sempervirens 'Prostrata'

Plant type: conifer shrub or tree
Plant family: cupressaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 8 FT wide, 2 FT tall
Uses: container plant, dwarf, spreading, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Sequoia sempervirens 'Prostrata'

USDA Zones: 7a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Special horizontal form of the magnificent Coast Redwood, about 2’ tall spreading eventually to 8’ wide. Evergreen, flattened, wide-ish needles creates an appealing texture in sun to half-shade, well-drained soil, regular water (some drought when established). Verticillium resistant.

By: Secret Garden Growers

This came to us originally from Siskiyou and it has proven difficult to root, it is not quite as flat growing as Kelley's with succulent short fleshy needles. It winters for Harry Elkins in Detroit.

By: Arrowhead Alpines

One of the most remarkable dwarf conifers. It has spreading branches clothed with comparatively broad, gray-green leaves. It should be trained to a vertical leader in its formative years, and then allowed to grow out in horizontal layers. Best in a sheltered position – against a wall or large rocks.