Seasonal calendar · Metasequoia glyptostroboides

Dawn Redwood

The year for this species, phase by phase — what to watch and what to do as the season turns.

  • Late Dormancy02-15–03-10
  • Early Spring03-11–04-15
  • Mid Spring04-16–05-10
  • Late Spring05-11–05-31
  • Early Summer06-01–06-30
  • Mid Summer07-01–08-10
  • Late Summer08-11–08-31
  • Early Fall09-01–09-30
  • Mid Fall10-01–10-31
  • Late Fall11-01–11-15
  • Early Winter11-16–12-31
  • Mid Winter01-01–01-31
  • Late Winter02-01–02-14

Filter by concern

Watering

Daily watering may be needed in heat; ensure drainage.

Fertilization

Switch to lower nitrogen mix.

Pruning

Light tip pruning if growth is excessive.

Wiring

Remove wires that are biting in.

Bud Shoot Management

Trim to two pairs of leaves per shoot if refinement desired.

Pests Disease

High risk of fungal issues—ensure airflow.

Summer Protection

Provide afternoon shade to avoid stress.

Propagation

Take semi-hardwood cuttings.

Development

Focus on ramification.

Paths onward

This speciesDawn RedwoodBack to the folio — care sheet and year-wheel.The yearThe CalendarAll thirteen phases across every species at once.ReferenceThe Species LibraryA folio for every species the garden knows.
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