Dawn Redwood Tree – Metasequoia glyptostroboides Live Bare Root | 12–24 Inches Tall | Fast Growing Deciduous Conifer | Cold Hardy | Ready to Plant

Grow one of the world's most fascinating trees with this live Dawn Redwood (Metasequoia glyptostroboides) bare root starter tree, measuring approximately 12–24 inches tall (minimum 6–12 inches depending on the season). Known as a "living fossil," the Dawn Redwood was once believed extinct until its rediscovery in China during the 1940s. This remarkable deciduous conifer is prized for its soft, feathery green foliage, rapid growth, and striking reddish-brown bark that becomes more beautiful with age.

Perfect for landscapes, parks, large yards, and conservation plantings, the Dawn Redwood thrives in moist, well-drained soil and adapts well to a variety of growing conditions, including areas with consistently moist soil. It provides vibrant green foliage throughout the growing season before turning warm bronze tones in autumn and shedding its needles for winter.

You will receive:
✔️ 1 live Dawn Redwood bare root tree
✔️ Height: approximately 12–24 inches (minimum 6–12 inches depending on season)
✔️ Healthy, rooted bare root plant
✔️ No nursery pot included (ships bare root)
✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival

🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Dawn Redwood
Botanical Name: Metasequoia glyptostroboides
Plant Type: Deciduous conifer tree
Growth Stage: Young bare root starter tree
Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Moist, well-drained soil; tolerant of wet conditions
Watering: Moderate; keep soil consistently moist during establishment
Mature Height: 70–100+ feet
Growth Rate: Fast
USDA Zones: 4–8
Container Friendly: Yes, while young; best planted in the landscape as it matures

💡 Care Tip: Plant your Dawn Redwood soon after arrival in a location with plenty of room to mature. Water deeply during the first growing season to encourage strong root development, and apply mulch around the base to help retain soil moisture while keeping it away from the trunk.