Do you want an extraordinary eye-catcher in your garden? How about a sequoia tree. Its long history and rapid growth make Sequoioideae very special. With the right know-how, you can easily pull the giant yourself. Find out how in this article.
How does growing a sequoia tree work?
Growing a sequoia tree takes place in nine steps: choosing the species, preparing the growing container, sowing seeds, regular watering, repotting the seedling, caring for the young shoots, putting the tree outside, overwintering and ultimately planting it outdoors. Coastal, primeval, and mountain redwoods are the most common species.
Instructions for growing sequoia trees
Growing a sequoia tree takes place in nine steps. You should be sure in advance that you can provide enough space for the dimensions. First, Sequoioideae grows in the pot before you put it outside. Here is a brief overview of how to proceed with cultivation:
- 1. Choosing a style
- 2. Prepare cultivation container
- 3. Sow seeds
- 4. regular watering
- 5. Repotting seedling
- 6. Care of young shoots
- 7. Put the tree outside
- 8. Overwinter
- 9. final planting
Choosing the sequoia tree
If you would like to grow a sequoia tree, you can choose from the following species:
- Coast Redwood
- Primitive Sequoia Tree
- Mountain Sequoia
You can get the respective seeds at the tree nursery. They can be sold all year round, but should only be sown in the warm months. A natural protective mechanism inhibits growth during the winter. It is best to store the seeds in the refrigerator during this time. Note different stratification times for different species.
Prepare the cultivation container
You should cover the dressing container with a translucent material. Suitable are:
- Glass
- a greenhouse
- or plastic film
For the soil, choose one of the following substrates:
- a mixture of garden soil, sand and humus (equal proportions)
- Coconut soil (coconut hum), ideally with wood ash or chopped eggshells
Sowing seeds
In the next step, scatter the seeds onto the prepared soil. Sequoia trees need direct light to germinate and therefore have to lie on the surface of the earth.
Regular watering
Store your breeding container in a bright place and keep the substrate permanently moist.
Repotting seedlings
After about five weeks, remove the covering film and accustom the young shoots to the dry air. These are then pricked out, i.e. transplanted into individual pots. You should enrich the soil with nutrients.
Care for young shoots
Extensive watering is also mandatory. You must not place the young shoots in the blazing sun.
Put the tree outside
At room temperature, sequoia trees are at risk of dying indoors due to the lack of light. So get your young tree used to the fresh air. First, choose a shady, protected location. Gradually increase the light and wind supply.
Wintering
Young redwoods must spend their first winter indoors. Avoid heating air that is too dry. A basement or garage are ideal.
Final planting
After 1-4 years, your sequoia tree will hopefully have developed enough that you can plant it in the garden soil. The best time for this is a frost-free autumn day.
