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Metasequoia glyptostroboides 'Bonsai'

Also Known As

  • Bonsai Dawn Redwood

Plant type

shrub, conifer

size

  • H: 40"
  • W: 36"

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

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Metasequoia glyptostroboides 'Bonsai' plant details

Metasequoia glyptostroboides 'Bonsai' is a slow-growing deciduous conifer shrub with green foliage. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Metasequoia glyptostroboides 'Bonsai'

Plant type: conifer shrub
Plant family: cupressaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 36 IN wide, 40 IN tall
Uses: bonsai, border plant, compact, container plant, fall color, rock garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Metasequoia glyptostroboides 'Bonsai'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Perhaps the slowest-growing of the Dawn Redwoods. Short, feathery, light-green foliage becomes a gorgeous yellow-orange in autumn. Would make an excellent choice for bonsai since most Metasequoia grow quite rapidly.

Gardening facts about Metasequoia glyptostroboides 'Bonsai' plant

How to Grow Metasequoia glyptostroboides 'Bonsai'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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