Sequoiadendron giganteum - Giant Sequoia, Big Tree (Plant) Size:5G

Sequoiadendron giganteum - Giant Sequoia, Big Tree (Plant) Size:5GThe most massive tree in the world, native only to the central Sierra Nevada in California. Extremely long lived (thousands of years) with thick, fire resistant orange bark. Prefers deep soils with good moisture. Plant Characteristics Family Name Cupressaceae Species Name Sequoiadendron giganteum Common Name Giant Sequoia, Big Tree Plant Type Tree Sun Exposure Coast Sun, Inland Sun, Water Requirement Moderate Soil Type Sand, fast draining Flower Color

"Eating is not only a political act

though it is winter deciduous

' Reported to be more garden tolerant and disease resistant than some others

Usually a small to medium tree

The “architects” of galls—bacteria

Berries are attractive (but not edible)

at the same time

and California quail to mistletoe

June Evergreen/Deciduous Evergreen Height by Width 3ft

Cold Hardy to 25 degrees F Distribution South Coast (San Diego)

author of The Shock Doctrine and This Changes Everything

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