Sequoia sempervirens 'Winter Blue' Sequoia sempervirens 'Winter Blue'

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Sequoia sempervirens 'Winter Blue' Sequoia sempervirens 'Winter Blue'

Fast growing conifer with a narrow pyramidal crown, up to 30 m, even higher in the right conditions. The striking, orange-yellow bark is soft and fibrous and peels off in long strips. The horizontally attached twigs are in whorls. The needles are spirally arranged along the twigs and are pressed against the twig at their base. They are blue-green and have two stomatal stripes on the underside. In winter their colour becomes more intense and more blue than green. The narrow oval cones are brown and relatively inconspicuous. When mature, ‘Winter Blue’ is more densely branched than the species. The slender crown of this large tree means it can also be used in wide borders. Prefers to grow on a well-drained, sandy loam soil. Good wind tolerance. Can also tolerate sea wind but not drying wind. When young this tree needs protection against severe frost.
Our trees can only be planted when they don't have any leaves. Due to the this we will start delivering again from November 2025.
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Height
30 m, fast growing
Width
6-10m
Crown
narrow pyramidal, half-open crown
Bark and branches
twigs reddish brown, bark orange-brown, soft, fibrous, peeling in long strips
Leaf
needles, spirally arranged, 1.5 - 2.5 cm, blue green, evergreen
Flowers
inconspicuous
Fruits
oval cones, 1.5 - 3 cm long, 1.3 - 1.8 cm wide, reddish brown
Spines/thorns
None
Toxicity
usually not toxic to people, (large) pets and livestock
Soil type
sandy loam soil, well-drained
Soil moisture
suitable for wet soil
Paving
tolerates no paving
Winter hardiness zone
8a (-12,2 to -9,5 °C)
Wind resistance
good, also to sea wind
Other resistances
can withstand wind
Application
coastal areas
Shape
clearstem tree, clearstem conifer, specimen conifer
Origin
Dirk Winter, Forestfarm Nursery, Williams, OR, USA, before 2001
Clear stem conifer Clear stem tree Specimen conifer acid soil loamy soil peaty soil sandy soil tolerates no paving suitable for wet soil can withstand wind narrow conical 1st size , taller than 12 metres half-open crown bluegreen green greygreen green fast growing non-toxic (usually)
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Frequently asked questions
Sequoia sempervirens 'Winter Blue'

Sequoia sempervirens 'Winter Blue' can eventually reach a height of 30 m, fast growing, depending on the site and climate conditions.

Sequoia sempervirens 'Winter Blue' is fast growing and can eventually reach a height of 30 m, fast growing, depending on the site and climate conditions.

The right time to plant Sequoia sempervirens 'Winter Blue' is during the dormancy period. In Western Europe, Sequoia sempervirens 'Winter Blue' with root balls can generally be planted from mid-November to late April, although this depends strongly on the climatic conditions and the species of tree.

Sequoia sempervirens 'Winter Blue' blooms in january.
General

Yes, we deliver to the UK. Delivery costs depend on the region and the total order value. Below, you’ll find all the details.

Delivery charges for private customers are calculated based on your region and are visible during the checkout process. We also offer discounts based on the total value of your order:

  • Orders over £1,000: Receive a 50% discount on delivery costs.
  • Orders over £2,000: Delivery is completely free.

Yes, for trees with a size of 50-60 cm girth or larger, additional delivery charges apply due to the need for specialised transport. These costs will be calculated separately and shared with you after your order is placed. We will contact you to discuss the transport options and costs.

Once you add items to your basket and proceed to the checkout, the system will calculate the delivery charges for your region. If your order qualifies for any discounts, they will automatically be applied.

For any questions or specific delivery requests, feel free to contact our customer service team. We’re happy to help arrange the best delivery solution for your order.