dawn redwood

Dawn redwood (Metasequoia glyptostroboides 'Raven' SHAW'S LEGACY) should be watered when 2 inches of soil is dry. When watering, the soil should be evenly moist. To determine if enough water is being applied, check if the soil is staying evenly moist 2-3 inches below the surface. water the Redwood until the soil is saturated and water is seen coming out of the bottom of the pot. During periods of hot, dry weather in the summer, the Redwood may require watering 2 times a week. During cooler months, watering maybe needed only every other week.

Dawn redwood (Metasequoia glyptostroboides 'Raven' SHAW'S LEGACY) needs full sun for optimal growth. This means at least 6 hours of direct sunlight each day or 8 to 12 hours of indirect sunlight. In regions with hot summers, late morning or afternoon sun filtered through trees is preferred. Too much sun can lead to leaf scald, while too little sun can cause foliage to yellow and plants to become leggy. For best results, provide as much filtered sunlight as possible, spacing trees to create the right light conditions.

Dawn redwood (Metasequoia glyptostroboides 'Raven' SHAW'S LEGACY) requires minimal pruning since its shape is quite attractive when left unmanaged. It should, however, be pruned before new growth appears in spring (usually April) to remove dead, diseased or broken branches. It is also important to thin out branches in the inner canopy in order to increase light and air circulation. Pruning is generally best done after leaf flush and before the tree begins producing its needles. It's also important to prune out any crossing branches or branches that block areas of the yard. Any major pruning should be done between late fall and early spring when the plant's sap is less active and the potential for disease is lower. Always use clean, sharp pruning tools that have been disinfected with alcohol to avoid spreading diseases.