Troubleshooting
Sequoia 'Adpressa' problems — and how to fix them
Sequoia 'Adpressa' (Sequoia sempervirens 'Adpressa') is generally forgiving once you match its basics, but a few issues come up again and again. Here is what each one looks like, why it happens, and the fix.
Scorch on pale new growth
The creamy-white young tips burn in hot, direct sun or drying wind. Site in dappled light with shelter to keep the colour clean.
Drought stress
As a fog-belt species it browns and sheds foliage if allowed to dry out. Keep soil consistently moist, particularly in pots.
Cold and wind damage
Hard frost and cold drying winds scorch or kill foliage in exposed sites; grow in a sheltered, mild spot and protect in severe winters.
Reversion to green growth
Vigorous shoots can lose the pale tipping and revert to plain blue-green; prune out strong reverted growth to keep the two-tone effect.
Prevent sequoia 'adpressa' problems before they start
Most sequoia 'adpressa' issues are care-mismatch, not bad luck. Dial in the basics:
- Common coast redwood bonsai problems — the species this cultivar belongs to
- What's wrong with my plant? — the diagnosis apps compared
- Sequoia 'Adpressa' watering schedule
- Sequoia 'Adpressa' light requirements
- Best soil mix for sequoia 'adpressa'
- Sequoia 'Adpressa' temperature & humidity
- Full sequoia 'adpressa' care guide
Looking for sequoia 'adpressa' in general rather than its problems? Read the full sequoia 'adpressa' care guide — light, water, soil and feeding.
Sequoia 'Adpressa' problems — FAQ
Why is my sequoia 'adpressa' scorch on pale new growth?
The creamy-white young tips burn in hot, direct sun or drying wind. Site in dappled light with shelter to keep the colour clean.
Why is my sequoia 'adpressa' drought stress?
As a fog-belt species it browns and sheds foliage if allowed to dry out. Keep soil consistently moist, particularly in pots.
Why is my sequoia 'adpressa' cold and wind damage?
Hard frost and cold drying winds scorch or kill foliage in exposed sites; grow in a sheltered, mild spot and protect in severe winters.
Why is my sequoia 'adpressa' reversion to green growth?
Vigorous shoots can lose the pale tipping and revert to plain blue-green; prune out strong reverted growth to keep the two-tone effect.