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by androidgirl 2689 days ago
You can currently purchase redwood seeds online to grow yourself! Plant them in peat moss in large groups to be sure they survive, as most seeds are not viable. Keep them warm until they germinate, too!

However, redwoods are really, really destructive anywhere that isn't a wide open field. Their roots will tear up concrete and pipes. Also, they shed branches like crazy during rapid growth, which deals damage to surrounding structures or flora.

Just something to keep in mind! If you have space and they won't be a danger to current inhabitants of the area, go for it.

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Found them to be difficult to grow. Average dry flat air is not good, to wet and they rot. Need water spray regularly.
Yes, coast redwoods grow where there’s plenty of ocean influence. Hence the name..