Coast Redwoods, (Sequoia sempervirens), are a native tree in the deep valleys and low to middle elevations (up to 750 m) of  the Santa Cruz Mountains. Their growth and longevity is enhanced by the proximity to the ocean, the cool air which encourages fog, and the dimmer sunlight near the moisture-rich trunk-base region.
Coast Redwoods, (Sequoia sempervirens), grow in deep valleys and low to middle elevations (up to 750 m) of the Santa Cruz Mountains. Their growth and longevity are improved by being close to the ocean, which brings cool air that encourages fog, and dimmer sunlight near the base where moisture is abundant.