(Metasequoia glyptostroboides) Genus:  Metasequoia This deciduous, monoecious, coniferous tree grows to 100 feet tall. Its oddly shaped, branch-pitted trunk is often deeply fluted and "buttressed" and has orange-brown bark. Attractive, lacy foliage is bright green in early summer, turning golden bronze before falling in autumn. Female cones are light brown and ovoid, while male cones are rounder, pendent, and darker brown. Care:  Grow in humus-rich, moist but well-drained soil. On dry sites, growth slows down after the tree reaches 30 feet tall. Propagation:  From hardwood cuttings in winter, or semi-ripe cuttings with bottom heat in midsummer. Problems:  Infrequent.

Overview

Height Over 30 ft. Spread 15 ft. to 30 ft. Growth Pace Fast Grower Light Full Sun Only Moisture Dry to Medium Characteristics Interesting Bark, Showy Foliage Uses Specimen Plant/Focal Point Seasonal Interest Spring Interest Type Trees