The dawn redwood is relatively carefree and also fast growing, with one specimen in Virginia having reached 120 feet in 30 years! While the tree’s natural range is an area of only about 232 square miles in China, it has been planted successfully around the world.
Sun Preference
Full Sun
Soil Preference
Acidic, Clay, Drought, Loamy, Moist, Sandy, Well Drained, Wet
Wildlife Value
 
This tree provides winter cover for birds, small mammals and deer.