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Also Known As

Metasequoia glyptostroboides 'Head Hunter'
Metasequoia glyptostroboides 'Headhunter'
Matthaei Broom Dawn Redwood

Plant type

tree, shrub, conifer

size

H: 5'
W: 3'

planting zones

5a-9b

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Metasequoia glyptostroboides 'Matthaei Broom' plant details

Metasequoia glyptostroboides 'Matthaei Broom' is a slow-growing deciduous conifer shrub or tree 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 'Matthaei Broom'

Plant type: conifer shrub or tree
Plant family: cupressaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 3 FT wide, 5 FT tall
Uses: border plant, compact, container plant, dwarf, pyramidal, rock garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Metasequoia glyptostroboides 'Matthaei Broom'

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

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Deciduous. Originated as a witch's broom at the University of Michigan Matthaei Botanical Gardens. It has soft green foliage with compact branches forming a globose shrub which develops a leader as it matures. A fantastic redwood for small gardens. It is

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How to Grow Metasequoia glyptostroboides 'Matthaei Broom'

Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant

Features

Foliage Color
- green
Wildlife
- deer resistant
Foliage Season
- deciduous

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Plant Type

Tree, Conifer

Zones

5a-10b

Size

Height: 70'-100'

Width: 15'-25'

sun - mostly shade
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