Sequoia sempervirens ‘Californian Redwood’

While there are no recognized edible fruit cultivars of the Sequoia sempervirens, the ‘Californian Redwood’ species offers a unique culinary ingredient from the tree itself. The new growth tips of this heritage tree are foraged for their distinctive flavor. These tender, bright green needles have an aromatic and intensely tart flavor profile with notes described as crisp, citrusy, and slightly evergreen. The harvest time for these tips is in the spring when the new growth appears. This vigorous growth provides a seasonal supply for culinary uses. Primarily used for flavoring, the needles can be infused into sugar or finely chopped for baking, adding a unique, aromatic quality to shortbread and other confections.
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Plant size: 2m height