Growing Dawn Redwood ‘Gold Rush’ (Metasequoia): A Golden Conifer

Growing Metasequoia (Gold Rush)

Pronunciation: met-uh-seh-kwoy'uh

‘Gold Rush’ is a stunning deciduous conifer with feathery, golden-yellow needles that turn orange-brown in fall. It forms a tall, pyramidal specimen ideal for large landscapes.

Light, Soil, and Water

Full sun brings the best color. It prefers moist, well-drained, slightly acidic soil but adapts to most types. Water deeply after planting and weekly during the first summer unless rainfall exceeds 1 inch. Established trees tolerate less water but prefer even moisture.

Fertilizing

Do not fertilize at planting or during the first year. Thereafter, apply a light, balanced granular fertilizer once in early spring. Avoid overfeeding—this tree thrives with a light hand.