Description
Metasequoia glyptostroboides ‘Schirrmann’s Nordlicht’
Variegated Dwarf Dawn Redwood – “Northern Lights” in the Garden
Add a touch of elegance and soft texture to your garden with ‘Schirrmann’s Nordlicht’, a dwarf variegated form of the Dawn Redwood. Known for its lush, feathery foliage and ever-changing color, this unique deciduous conifer offers a graceful presence and stunning seasonal interest.
Developed by Winfried Schirrmann of Schacht-Audorf, Germany, the name ‘Nordlicht’ translates to “Northern Lights,” a fitting tribute to its luminous variegation. The delicate needles emerge with creamy or yellow tones depending on the light—golden in full sun, softer and creamier in part shade. In autumn, the foliage transforms into a warm chestnut brown before naturally shedding for winter.
🌿 Plant Features:
Botanical Name: Metasequoia glyptostroboides ‘Schirrmann’s Nordlicht’
Common Name: Variegated Dwarf Dawn Redwood
Origin: Germany
Size at Maturity (10 years): 6 ft tall x 5 ft wide
Foliage: Soft, feathery, variegated; fall color is chestnut brown
Growth Habit: Compact, upright, and finely textured
Deciduous: Yes
🌞 Growing Requirements:
Light: Full sun to part shade
Soil: Moist, rich soils preferred, but tolerant of various types
Water: Enjoys consistent moisture
USDA Zones: 5–9 (cold hardy and adaptable)
🏡 Perfect For:
Woodland gardens
Modern or Asian-inspired landscapes
Small spaces or specimen planting
Conifer collectors
Foliage contrast in mixed borders
Grown in a one gallon container, shipped without pot
