i bought a small redwood tree in california and brought it down to new orleans a while ago and it has since passed on, i might get another one if i know i can keep it alive, its the sequoia redwood, gave it water, soil, etc., is it just too hot for it?
2006-06-18 14:46:51 · 4 answers · asked by fordprefect23 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Garden & Landscape
The soil may be too salty(salinity),being that New Orleans is below sea level.
2006-06-18 15:11:26 · answer #1 · answered by Jedi 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You probably planted to early and/or wrong time of year. It is suggested they be planted in the fall and should be 5 feet tall before putting in the ground.
"California Redwoods To Grow
This living redwood is a hearty tree that can live and thrive in almost any locale with proper care (although it may not achieve the size it would in its native environment). In most areas, fall is the ideal time to plant the seedling for best results, it should be planted in a container and grown outdoors for two to three years (bring indoors during extreme cold or heat). Once the tree reaches five feet or more, it can be planted in the ground."
2006-06-18 14:57:00 · answer #2 · answered by Seikilos 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
To foster a healthy redwood do your best to replicate the environment they're native to. Slightly acidic soil, Soil with plenty of humus, well drained. Plenty of water in it's early years, cool humidity. Mycorrhiza fungi in the soil are a big help in breaking down mulch. Forcing them to grow to quickly is bad for the wood and makes a weaker tree
2015-02-27 05:49:17 · answer #3 · answered by Joshua 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm only guessing (not a pro - just a guy) , but I think the soil pH is likely off based on your location.
2006-06-18 14:52:05 · answer #4 · answered by leafsfan1000 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋