Sequoia sempervirens (Coast Redwood) grove, redwood trees in East Bay Regional Parks, Tilden Botanic Garden, Berkeley California

Sequoia sempervirens, commonly known as Coast Redwood, is a majestic coniferous tree adapted to many summer-dry climate gardens in mediterranean regions. This grand tree displays a columnar growth habit with dense, dark green foliage that can reach towering heights of over 300 feet. Ideal growing conditions for the Coast Redwood include moist, well-draining soil and full sun to partial shade exposure. Despite its water-loving nature, mature trees are surprisingly drought-tolerant once established.

Native to the coastal regions of California, Coast Redwoods can be found in groves throughout areas like the East Bay Regional Parks and Tilden Botanic Garden in Berkeley. These trees are not only prized for their impressive size and beauty, but also for their ability to sequester carbon and provide valuable habitat for wildlife. In a garden setting, the Coast Redwood can serve as a striking focal point or provide shade and privacy in larger landscapes.