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Metasequoia glyptostroboides 'Little Giant'

Also Known As

  • Little Giant Dwarf Dawn Redwood

Plant type

tree, conifer

size

  • H: 10'-15'
  • W: 6'-8'

planting zones

  • 5a-8b

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Metasequoia glyptostroboides 'Little Giant' plant details

Metasequoia glyptostroboides 'Little Giant' is a deciduous conifer tree with green foliage. and brown fruit. Grows well with sun and even moisture water. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something pollution tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Metasequoia glyptostroboides 'Little Giant'

Plant type: conifer tree
Plant family: cupressaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 6 FT - 8 FT - wide, 10 FT - 15 FT - tall
Uses: small tree

GROWING CONDITIONS for Metasequoia glyptostroboides 'Little Giant'

USDA Zones: 5a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: pollution and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The small erect tree (to 15-30'), a mini of its lovely parent, with light chocolate brown bark and feather-light deciduous needles, it can grow at a rate of 10" per year. S/M
This variety of the Giant Redwood is perfect for those who want everything in their 1 acre or less garden. Mature height at 10-15' this small tree is an excellent representation of its full-sized relative.

By: Greer Gardens Inc.

Gardening facts about Metasequoia glyptostroboides 'Little Giant' plant

How to Grow Metasequoia glyptostroboides 'Little Giant'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • pollution tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Fruit

    • brown
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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