Hazel Smith Giant Sequoia

Sequoiadendron giganteum ‘Hazel Smith’ is an evergreen giant sequoia selection valued for blue-green foliage, vigorous growth, and cold hardiness. Its pyramidal outline suits a spacious landscape as a long-lived specimen tree. [The American Conifer Society profile](https://conifersociety.org/conifers/sequoiadendron-giganteum-hazel-smith/) describes the cultivar’s blue color and stronger cold tolerance than the species. ## Form and landscape The tree develops a strong central leader and a full pyramidal crown. The Society reports that young trees can grow faster than the species and notes vigorous growth in colder conditions; mature size depends on age and growing conditions, so allow ample room. ## Growing conditions Plant in full sun, as recommended by the American Conifer Society. Its cold hardiness makes it suitable for colder sites than many giant sequoias, while its eventual scale calls for a permanent location with generous space. ## Maintenance Give the developing tree room to form its natural crown. Avoid routine shaping that would remove its central leader; monitor establishment and water during dry periods as needed.