The Metasequoia glyptostroboides ‘Amber Glow’ cultivar dazzles with its exceptional foliage that transitions through a palette of colours from spring to autumn.
Initially emerging with a hint of burgundy, the leaves mature to a striking yellow, which remarkably withstands the full brunt of summer without succumbing to burn, a testament to its robust nature. As the seasons turn, the foliage adopts an orange hue, beautifully complementing the reddish-brown, textured bark that becomes a focal point in the winter landscape.
It’s important to know that these trees are deciduous, dropping their leaves in late autumn and remaining bare until early spring. This makes them quite different from other redwoods, but offers a wonderful display through the year.
Spring begins with fresh, golden-yellow feathery leaves unfurling along the branches. While more sun-tolerant than its cousin ‘Golden Oji’, young leaves still benefit from some protection during the hottest part of the day. The foliage takes on richer amber tones as summer progresses, especially when given adequate sunlight, creating beautiful, warm-toned dappled shade beneath. Autumn brings a spectacular show, with the entire tree intensifying to deep amber, copper and bronze hues before the leaves fall.
The winter reveal is just as lovely, showing off the tree’s elegant shape and beautiful fluted bark. The branches sweep upwards in a natural pyramid, creating a striking silhouette against winter skies. This neat, architectural form means it works well even in smaller gardens.
Dawn Redwood ‘Amber Glow’ is easy to grow and maintain. They prefer moisture-retentive soil but will cope with most conditions once established. While they can handle full sun better than ‘Golden Oji’, they perform best with morning sun and afternoon shade in hotter regions. Plant in a spot with enough space for their eventual height. They’re hardy throughout Britain and don’t mind exposed sites. Water regularly in the first few years and add a thick mulch around the base each spring. No regular pruning is needed as they naturally form an elegant shape.
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