Sequoiadendron gigantea 'Pendula'

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California Native Plant
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Information by: Laura Van Leuven        Photographer: Don Syrek

 

Description

This unusual, slow-growing shrub produces dense, bright green to blue-green foliage of an awl shape, reaching up to 25' and 3'-4' wide. It generally has a narrow column with long branches that hang almost parallel to the trunk. The leader is long and straight, and is prickly to the touch. This shrub does not stump sprout. It may need to be staked in order to maintain a desired habit. It prefers full sun and medium watering, more during hot summer days.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Sun/Water

  • Design

Plant Type

Conifer, Shrub

 

Height Range

12-25'

 

Flower Color

Green

 

Flower Season

Spring

 

Leaf Color

Green, Blue Green

 

Bark Color

Brown, Red

 

Fruit Color

Brown

 

Fruit Season

Constant

Sun

Full

 

Water

Medium, Extra in Summer

 

Growth Rate

Slow

 

Soil Type

Clay, Rocky, Unparticular

 

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained

 

Soil pH

Acid, Neutral

 

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Japanese, Woodland

 

Accenting Features

Silhouette, Specimen, Unusual Shape

 

Seasonal Interest

Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall

 

Location Uses

Lawn, Patio, With Rocks

 

Special Uses

Container

 

Attracts Wildlife

Birds

Water Saving Tip:

Check your irrigation controller once a month, and adjust as necessary.

Most plants require only one-third as much water in winter as they do in summer.