The largest trees in the world have a very special fascination for many people. Even though the most and largest sequoia trees can be found in California, you can also go in search of the gigantic giants in Germany.
How do I find a sequoia tree nearby?
To find sequoia trees nearby, search the Internet for lists of the largest specimens in different regions of Germany. The main common species are the giant sequoia, the coastal sequoia and the primeval sequoia.
How do I find redwood trees near me?
If you want to look at sequoia trees in Germany, then you should searchon the Internet. There are lists with the thickest or largest sequoia trees in different regions. There are now a lot of sequoia trees growing in Germany, most of them in the central (for example North Rhine-Westphalia, Berlin) and southern parts of the country (Baden-Württemberg).). However, some can also be found in the north (for example Lower Saxony). Some sequoia trees are over 100 years old, others are significantly younger.
What types of sequoia trees grow in Germany?
In Germany, trees of the typeGiant Sequoia(bot. Sequoiadendron giganteum), also known as the mountain sequoia, mainly grow. It is hardy and copes best with the climate of Central Europe.
In contrast to the giant sequoia, the coastal redwood (bot. Sequoia sempervirens) is only partially hardy. It thrives quite well in the mild wine-growing climate, but can suffer frost damage in a harsh winter. The primeval sequoia (bot. Metasequoia glyptostroboides) grows relatively rarely in Germany. All three types of sequoia trees can be seen in the “Sequoiafarm Kaldenkirchen” park.
What can/may grow near sequoia trees?
Sequoia trees are usually represented asSolitairebecause they grow very large and develop enormous roots. As a result, they affect the growth of other plants in their vicinity. Apart from the high water requirement, the sequoia tree is quite easy to care for. Do not plant your sequoia tree near buildings and walls. Root growth could damage the masonry. For the same reason, a sequoia tree should not be too close to the neighbor's fence. Once the tree is really big, it can no longer be cut down easily and transplanting is relatively difficult.
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The largest sequoia tree in Germany
Although it is significantly smaller than the largest sequoia tree in the world, it is certainly impressive: probably the largest sequoia tree in Germany is over 57 meters high and is located in Baden-Württemberg, more precisely in the Oberbrüden forest.
