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Red Cedar

Juniperus Virginiana

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Overview

Juniperus virginiana, commonly known as the Eastern Red Cedar, is a robust coniferous evergreen. It features dense, aromatic foliage and a conical to columnar shape, maturing at 30-65 feet tall and 8-25 feet wide. This native tree thrives in zones 2-9, preferring full sun. Its berry-like cones attract wildlife, while withstanding poor soil and drought. Ideal for windbreaks and privacy screens with its resilient, low-maintenance character.

Sun FullWater LowZones 4–11Type Conifer, TreeClimate Alpine, Temperate
Red Cedar (Juniperus Virginiana) — making it a versatile choice for diversified settings; contributing to the ecosystem-friendly aspect of the

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Low
USDA zones
4–11

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Conifer, Tree
Family
Cupressaceae
Climate
Alpine, Temperate

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Red Cedar (Juniperus Virginiana) — emerge after the inconspicuous spring blooming
Red Cedar (Juniperus Virginiana) — thanks to its dense growth habit.<br><br>When planning
Red Cedar (Juniperus Virginiana) — conifer / tree for full
Red Cedar (Juniperus Virginiana) — This species is native to the eastern United States
Red Cedar (Juniperus Virginiana) — emerge after the inconspicuous spring blooming; providing stately vertical accents along with a handsome
Red Cedar (Juniperus Virginiana) — consider providing sufficient space for the Red Cedar to expand to its full potential
Red Cedar (Juniperus Virginiana) — commonly referred to as the Eastern Red Cedar
Red Cedar (Juniperus Virginiana) — This native tree thrives in zones 2-9, preferring full sun
Red Cedar (Juniperus Virginiana) — dense pyramidal to columnar form.<br><br>Its foliage showcases fine-textured
Red Cedar (Juniperus Virginiana) — During the winter, the foliage may develop bronze-toned highlights, adding seasonal interest; commonly referred to as the
Red Cedar (Juniperus Virginiana) — making it a versatile choice for diversified settings
Red Cedar (Juniperus Virginiana) — Juniperus virginiana, commonly known as the Eastern Red Cedar, is a robust coniferous evergreen
Red Cedar (Juniperus Virginiana) — contributing to the ecosystem-friendly aspect of the design.<br><br>As a landscape element; the Red Cedar is notably durable
Red Cedar (Juniperus Virginiana) — Its berry-like cones attract wildlife, while withstanding poor soil and drought; maturing at 30-65 feet tall and 8-25 feet
Red Cedar (Juniperus Virginiana) — symbolizing hardy adaptability to a wide range of climates; and it can endure conditions from occasional droughts to salt
Red Cedar (Juniperus Virginiana) — As a tip, ensure the site offers full sun to partial shade for optimal growth
Red Cedar (Juniperus Virginiana) — consider providing sufficient space for the Red Cedar to expand to its full potential; symbolizing hardy adaptability to a
Red Cedar (Juniperus Virginiana) — thanks to its dense growth habit.<br><br>When planning; its berry-like cones attract wildlife, while withstanding poor soil
Red Cedar (Juniperus Virginiana) — Noteworthy is its ability to perform as a natural windbreak or privacy screen
Red Cedar (Juniperus Virginiana) — the Red Cedar is notably durable
Red Cedar (Juniperus Virginiana) — Ideal for windbreaks and privacy screens with its resilient, low-maintenance character
Red Cedar (Juniperus Virginiana) — where it thrives in hardiness zones 2 through 9; scale-like needles which impart a deep
Red Cedar (Juniperus Virginiana) — Juniperus virginiana, commonly known as the Eastern Red Cedar, is a robust coniferous evergreen; this native tree thrives in
Red Cedar (Juniperus Virginiana) — where it thrives in hardiness zones 2 through 9
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