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Coast Redwood vs. Dawn Redwood in Atlanta

Coast redwood needs coastal fog; won't survive here. Dawn redwood (Metasequoia glyptostroboides) thrives in Atlanta with summer moisture, grows 80-100 ft, deciduous, beautiful form. Plant well away from house.

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