Symbolism & fun facts
Symbolism
The Coast Sequoia is the tallest tree in the world and symbolises well-being, old age, wisdom and communication. A Sequoia can live for thousands of years. That makes it a companion for life.
Setting
The Coast Redwood is currently only indigenous to California. Prior to the Ice Age, its ancestors were widespread in the Northern hemisphere.
Stump
If the main stem is damaged, new shoots will grow from the stump. This is why you can often see a group of Coast Sequoias standing in a circle in natural growing places.
Light
Watering
Temperature
Care
Baby
Here I am! Your very own baby giant. I hope you will take good care of me. Put me somewhere indoors with lots of light and give me a little water every other day.
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After 2 weeks
After 2 weeks of pampering, it is time for a larger pot! Preferably a pot of 2 litres or more with holes for drainage underneath (so I don’t drown).
Outside
You can now put me outside. Put me in partial shade for a week or so, so I can acclimatise to the harsh sun. I can tolerate cold, but I need to take shelter in a cool place indoors if temperatures drop below -5°C.
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Teenager
What you nurture will grow. I do my very best. Once I am twice the height of my pot, it is time for a larger home.
![L126 Mammoetboom - Giant Sequoia-[Official]-6-2.jpg](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/9bf1b7_140b55725d91464697c8ee87713fc03b~mv2.jpg/v1/crop/x_949,y_0,w_3573,h_3648/fill/w_239,h_244,al_c,q_80,usm_0.66_1.00_0.01,enc_avif,quality_auto/L126%20Mammoetboom%20-%20Giant%20Sequoia-%5BOfficial%5D-6-2.jpg)
Fertilizer & temperature
In summer, I thrive outside in a sunny and warm spot. I get a little peckish when I develop new needles and will be very grateful for a little extra plant food!
In a pot, I need to be indoors when the temperature drops to -10°C.
![L131 Kustmammoetboom - Sequoia Sempervirens-SoMe-[Official]-4-2.jpg](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/9bf1b7_3a027433cabe485bac26a72f98bb0fc3~mv2.jpg/v1/crop/x_0,y_874,w_3648,h_3724/fill/w_239,h_244,al_c,q_80,usm_0.66_1.00_0.01,enc_avif,quality_auto/L131%20Kustmammoetboom%20-%20Sequoia%20Sempervirens-SoMe-%5BOfficial%5D-4-2.jpg)
Natuur
After 2 years, the big moment is finally here. Will you allow me to grow freely in nature or do I remain nice and small forever in a pot close to you?
In the wild, I like plenty of space. With a growth rate of 50 centimetres a year, I can eventually grow about 100 metres tall.
