Dawn Redwood – Metasequoia glyptostroboides 30 Tree Seeds | Fast Growing | Cold Hardy Zones 4–8 Fall Color Tree | Living Fossil | Great for Landscape or Bonsai

Grow a true living fossil with these Dawn Redwood tree seeds. Once believed extinct and known only from ancient fossils, Metasequoia glyptostroboides is now one of the most admired fast-growing ornamental trees in the world.

This deciduous conifer features soft, fern-like foliage that emerges light green in spring, deepens in summer, and transforms into a stunning coppery orange-bronze in fall. Its reddish-brown bark peels in attractive strips as the tree matures, creating year-round visual interest.

Ideal for large landscapes, water features, windbreaks, avenue plantings, or even bonsai cultivation. Dawn Redwood thrives in moist soils and can tolerate standing water once established.

You will receive seeds similar in size and quality to those shown in listing photos.

You will receive:
✔️ 30 Dawn Redwood seeds
✔️ Clearly labeled seed packet
✔️ Sowing instructions included
✔️ Non-pretreated seeds
✔️ Secure packaging for safe delivery

🌼 Growing Information

Common Name: Dawn Redwood
Botanical Name: Metasequoia glyptostroboides
Plant Type: Deciduous conifer tree
Growth Stage: Seed
Sun Requirements: Full sun
Soil: Prefers moist, acidic soil but adaptable to well-drained or wet soils
Watering: Medium to wet; tolerates standing water once established
Mature Height: 70–100 feet (can reach 150 feet in ideal conditions)
Spread: 15–25 feet
Growth Rate: Fast (up to 50 feet in 15–20 years)
USDA Zones: 4–8
Container Friendly: Suitable for bonsai when pruned and maintained

💡 Care Tip: For best germination, soak seeds in water for 24 hours, then cold stratify for 30 days at approximately 40°F in a moist (not wet) medium. Sow 1/8 inch deep and keep evenly moist until germination occurs.