Sequoia sempervirens ‘Adpressa’ – Compact Redwood with Unique Foliage
Sequoia sempervirens ‘Adpressa’ is a distinctive form of the Coast Redwood, valued for its dense, compact growth and unusual foliage. The short, closely pressed needles give the tree a textured appearance, creating a striking architectural feature. Slower growing and more compact than the species, it makes an excellent specimen tree for gardens seeking evergreen structure.
Seasonal Beauty & Growth
Spring:
Fresh bright green shoots appear, enhancing the tree’s dense texture.
Summer:
Rich green foliage forms a compact, upright shape with unusual needle arrangement.
Autumn & Winter:
Evergreen foliage maintains colour and structure, providing year-round interest.
Structure & Form
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Upright evergreen conifer
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Height: 6–10m (over time)
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Spread: 3–5m
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Short, closely set green needles
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Dense branching structure
More compact and textured than the typical Coast Redwood.
Perfect for Various Landscapes
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Specimen Tree: Unique architectural feature.
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Large Gardens: Adds height and evergreen structure.
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Woodland Planting: Suits naturalistic landscapes.
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Collectors’ Gardens: Unusual conifer variety.
Growing Conditions & Care
Position:
Full sun or partial shade.
Soil:
Moist, well-drained soil. Prefers slightly acidic conditions.
Hardiness:
Hardy in most UK areas (approximately -15°C).
Maintenance:
Very low maintenance. Little pruning required other than removing damaged branches.
Why Choose Sequoia ‘Adpressa’?
Sequoia sempervirens ‘Adpressa’ is a distinctive evergreen tree that brings unusual texture and year-round structure to larger garden spaces.
Does the height include the pot?
No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description
How long does delivery take?
Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.
Where will you leave my plants?
We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.