Hamlet's Broom Dawn Redwood
Metasequoia glyptostroboides 'Hamlet's Broom'
Metasequoia glyptostroboides 'Hamlet's Broom'
Foliage: White Variegated to Bright Green
Fall Foliage: Golden Yellow/Deep Russet Fruit: Cone Habit/Form: Pyramidal Upright Uses: Small Gardens, Accent, Bed |
Zone Hardiness: 4
Plant Height: 70 - 100 ft Plant Width: 15 - 25 ft Light: Sun Growth Rate: Fast |
Metasequoia glyptostroboides ‘Hamlet’s Broom’ is a unique, compact dwarf form of Dawn Redwood with delicate, feathery, creamy white variegated foliage in spring, changing to bright green in summer. It becoming golden yellow to deep russet in fall before needle drop as winter approaches. It's a great choice for smaller gardens. Characteristic shaggy orange bark can be admired on this tree that has a size and growth rate amenable to today’s urban landscapes. Thrives in various soil types.