America S Christmas Tree Sequoia
Until 1931 when the sequoia general sherman was discovered it was considered the most voluminous tree in the world.
America s christmas tree sequoia. The sequoia fir commercial christmas tree is backed by a 10 year greenery warranty making it one of the most dependable and long lasting outdoor rated pole trees in the industry. Introduce impressive scale to any space. Other trails in the area offer opportunities to see sequoias meadows and wilderness views.
A massive specimen of sequoiadendron giganteum general grant measures almost 270 feet tall and 107 feet around at its base the tree was named in 1867 to honor ulysses s. This permit allows you to cut a christmas tree within designated areas of the sequoia national forest. And it was named in 1867 year in honor of the general the hero of the civil war and 18 of the united states president ulysses grant.
Km paved loop trail leads to the tree and includes other named trees and features including the gamlin cabin the fallen monarch and the centennial stump. Durable greenery backed by a 10 year warranty. Fast and easy assembly brilliant warm white wide angle led lights.
A stunning tree the sequoia fir boasts high lights counts heavy gauge wiring for indoor or outdoor use and expandable lower branches to create a luxuriously full silhouette. Our giant sequoia is crafted of a powder coated steel frame with weatherproofed foliage and extra durable professionally strung led lights to ensure season after season of joy. The general grant tree is in grant grove in kings canyon national park.
Head west for the holidays and visit the general grant tree a californian sequoia dubbed the nation s christmas tree in kings canyon national park. Traditional in shape and lush green in color this is a tree that can withstand outdoor elements and bear the weight of heavy precious ornaments while standing tall and majestic in any home or environment. Grant and was coined the nation s christmas tree by president.
28 april 1926 president calvin coolidge proclaimed him the christmas tree of the nation. The general grant tree the second largest sequoia in the world is a 3 000 year old wonder and the centerpiece of grant grove in kings canyon national park. Eisenhower declared this tree a national shrine as a memory to honor those who have given their lives for their country.