Dawn Redwood - Driveways, sidewalks, and neighbors oh my
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Where to plant Dawn Redwood??
Comments (19)I planted this one about 33 years ago. Last Fall when this picture was taken, it measured approximately 77 ft. The lower limbs are dying and will have to be removed. Too much shade, I guess. I hope the information I've given you will help you decide where to place yours. I would plant the variety 'Ogon' if you can. The needles are a beautiful yellow. I will try to find a picture of mine. Mike...See MorePlanting Dawn Redwood in Dry Zone 5 Location?
Comments (7)they are treated no different than any other tree in my dry sand ... i would say they TOLERATE wet.. more than your comment of LIKING wet ... as always.. such comments.. are about fully established trees ... and where they plant themselves.. we really walk a fine line.. due the the issues of transplant.. where we mess it all up ... and you understand.. a transplant that size.. can not dry out for about two years .... afterward.. once established .. they should be able to handle it... you know about planting in bad clay??? we have given you that planting guide .. yes???? my 12 year.. planted as a 6 footer.. is .. w/o a scale.. 1/3 to 1/2 less than the picture .... at 20 feet i wouldnt worry about any tree lifting pavement ... they go in the dumpster if you dont buy them ... they do lose their needles.. nudey in winter.. which is cool .. my problem with them .. well i only have one left.. is/was early sprouting.. in z5 MI.. followed by frost/freeze ... once a year.. they can cope .... but one bad year.. it happened twice .. so bud.. hard frost ... die-back of new growth .. rebud .. hard frost/freeze ... dead ... but i think it may have old historical problems hold the receipt.. go for it ... what do you have to lose ... ken...See MoreDawn Redwoods side by side
Comments (10)I planted them to compare Fall color and when Fall color occurs. The color seems the same, but the 'Ogon' colored up sooner than the species even though it was in the species' shade. It's hard to compare the growth rate with such different aged trees. The 'Ogon' has put on more feet the last few years than the species though. Maybe because it's younger. I planted the species in the mid eighties. Lack of water hasn't been a problem. ;-) I pruned the species as it grew. Looking back, I think I should have left a few limbs hanging out over the water like I've done with the 'Ogon'. There's a path coming off the bridge that goes right behind both trees. When I was pruning the species I pruned it up 'even'. Now I realize that wasn't necessary. The little posts mid-span on the bridge are for Christmas lights, not support. Mike...See MoreCurrent Opinions of Dawn Redwood
Comments (21)I am near Cincinnati OH in zone 6 and have a redwood in my yard- I bought it about 5-6years ago at a reputable garden center. It has done very well. Unfortunately I let a nearby weigela get out of hand and it damaged the tree at the bottom where it was being crowded. Now I am a little paranoid- it is leafing out but looks sparse. Is it still early for the redwood or should it be looking fairly full by now? I forget from year to year!...See MoreToronado3800 Zone 6 St Louis
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