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Sequoiadendron giganteum 'Pendulum'

Also Known As

  • Sequoiadendron 'Pendula'
  • Sequoiadendron giganteum 'Pendula'
  • Weeping Giant Redwood
  • Weeping Giant Sequoia

Plant type

tree, conifer

size

  • H: 20'-35'
  • W: 3'-10'

planting zones

  • 6a-9b

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Sequoiadendron giganteum 'Pendulum' plant details

Sequoiadendron giganteum 'Pendulum' is an evergreen conifer tree with green foliage. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Sequoiadendron giganteum 'Pendulum'

Plant type: conifer tree
Plant family: cupressaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT - 10 FT - wide, 20 FT - 35 FT - tall
Uses: border plant, cascading, unique, weeping, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Sequoiadendron giganteum 'Pendulum'

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Each tree is incredibly unique individual and a character! Every single one is different: while some grow upright with fine pendulous side branches, others develop unusual horizontal branching from which hangs a weeping curtain of foliage. Slowly growing to 25-40' tall and only 3-6' wide, this is a very audacious statement plant to add architectural interest. S/M
The weeping form of the Giant Redwood has gray-green foliage and incredibly tightly-held pendulous branches that go straight down against the trunk. If the leader stays straight - as it often will - it can be 15' tall and only 2' wide. The leader can curv
Branches are tightly pendulous and conform to trunk, which twist/lean in different directions. Bold, rustic appearance. No two will ever grow the same. Perfect for large landscapes or parks. Specimen or accent tree. Scarce and desirable. Drought tolerant when established.
The quintessential "Dr. Seuss" tree. The main trunk grows mostly upright until it unceremoniously droops down, only to grow upright again. Thick drapes of foliage conceal fire-resistant bark. Growth Rate slow
Sequoiadendron giganteum 'Pendulum' - Weeping Giant Redwood An upright evergreen conifer with drooping branches held close to the trunk. No two look alike. Due to a narrow habit, 'Pendulum' is popular as a vertical green accent, especially close to buildings. Prefers full sun in well-drained soil.
Short, pendulous branches, with a mane-like, sculptured habit, from a central leader, irregular shape, zones 6-8.
A most interesting pendulous plant which forms a tall narrow column and then cascades back down. The needles are bluish green. Unusual!

By: Greer Gardens Inc.

No two of these trees is alike with each expressing its inner mythical creature. Tall and winding to 20' and much narrower at the base.

Gardening facts about Sequoiadendron giganteum 'Pendulum' plant

How to Grow Sequoiadendron giganteum 'Pendulum'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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