Identification: help with a tree id....redwood?

Discussion in 'Gymnosperms (incl. Conifers)' started by ersh99, Jul 29, 2015.

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    Hi-

    Can anyone please help me identify these trees? I think they may be redwoods but I'm not sure. They are growing in Seattle.

    Any tips on plants that will grow i their understory?

    thank you!!

    ersh
     

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    Michael F Paragon of Plants Forums Moderator 10 Years

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    Giant Sequoia Sequoiadendron giganteum.
     
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    Bare dirt is typical under young conifers. But you might be able to get some attractive forest creepers like Viola sempervirens or Oxalis oregana going, if you put a little well aerated soil down for them to start in, mulch afterward.
     
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    Thank you for your replies! Also, wondering if anyone can confirm that these are giant sequoia's/ redwoods?
     
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    The characteristic foliage and bark can be seen in your pictures. You can find many other examples in local plantings, see Trees of Seattle by A. L. Jacobson.
     
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