{"product_id":"nasiona-mamutowca-olbrzymiego-sequoiadendron-giganteum","title":"Giant Sequoia Seeds - Sequoiadendron Giganteum","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:14pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color:#656B39;\"\u003eGiant Sequoia (Sequoiadendron giganteum)\u003c\/strong\u003e – Monumental Coniferous Tree\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-size:12pt;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color:#656B39;\"\u003eGiant Sequoia\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the largest coniferous trees in the world, typically reaching \u003cstrong\u003e50–85 m in height\u003c\/strong\u003e, with record heights up to 94.8 m. The trunk diameter usually measures 6–8 m, with exceptionally massive specimens described, such as the famous \u003cstrong\u003e\"General Sherman Tree\"\u003c\/strong\u003e (about 84 m tall and about 8 m trunk diameter) and \u003cstrong\u003e\"General Grant\"\u003c\/strong\u003e with the largest known diameter at breast height (8.8 m).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBotanical Characteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-size:12pt;\"\u003eYoung trees are very decorative due to their symmetrical, conical crown, which over time becomes narrower and more cylindrical. A distinctive feature is the \u003cstrong\u003ecinnamon-red, soft, and very thick bark\u003c\/strong\u003e, reported to be up to 50–60 cm thick, and up to 90 cm at the base of the trunk. The needles are short, 3–6 mm long, arranged spirally, and when crushed may emit a characteristic scent.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGrowth and Development\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-size:12pt;\"\u003eUnder suitable conditions, \u003cstrong style=\"color:#656B39;\"\u003eSequoiadendron giganteum\u003c\/strong\u003e grows quickly and can reach over 21 m in 17 years, about 50 m at 100 years old. Annual height growth can be \u003cstrong\u003e45–60 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it one of the fastest-growing conifers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGrowing Conditions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-size:12pt;\"\u003eThe giant sequoia grows best in \u003cstrong\u003edeep, well-drained soils\u003c\/strong\u003e, but shows high adaptability – rapid growth has also been reported on clay, gravel, peat, and even alkaline soils (pH 7.6–8.5). The tree prefers consistent, moderate moisture but does not tolerate waterlogged roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eClimate Tolerance\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-size:12pt;\"\u003eIn the temperate climate zone of Europe, young giant sequoia specimens may suffer frost damage below –20°C. Older, well-wooded trees show greater resistance and can withstand temperature drops down to about –25°C; however, strong, freezing winds and large temperature fluctuations are most detrimental to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHorticultural Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-size:12pt;\"\u003eDue to its monumental size and longevity, the giant sequoia is ideal as a \u003cstrong\u003esolitary specimen in large gardens and parks\u003c\/strong\u003e. In temperate climate regions, careful site selection is required – preferably sheltered from cold winds and with good sun exposure.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"mr.seed","offers":[{"title":"5","offer_id":53051501052232,"sku":"2187","price":8.9,"currency_code":"PLN","in_stock":true},{"title":"10","offer_id":53051501150536,"sku":"2188","price":15.5,"currency_code":"PLN","in_stock":true},{"title":"50","offer_id":53051501183304,"sku":"2189","price":68.0,"currency_code":"PLN","in_stock":true},{"title":"100","offer_id":53051501216072,"sku":"2190","price":125.0,"currency_code":"PLN","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.mrseed.eu\/en\/products\/nasiona-mamutowca-olbrzymiego-sequoiadendron-giganteum","provider":"mr.seed","version":"1.0","type":"link"}