The Sequoia Sempervirens "Aptos Blue" - Redwood is a Pacific Coast native evergreen famous for its red rot-resistant wood, uniquely fibrous bark, excellent fire resistance and unusually tall height. Sequoias should be planted in large areas with three to five specimens growing together to promote a strong root structure. rnrnThe "Aptos Blue" Redwood tree requires good irrigation and a thick layer of mulch when grown in hot climates.