Plant Type: Woodies
Climate Zones: Zone 3, Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7
Light Levels: Full Sun
Water Needs: Low
Maintenance Needs: Low
Season of Interest: Year-round
Average Height: 6'+
Soil Type: Drought Tolerant
Soil pH: Neutral
Soil Drainage: Well-Drained
Attract Wildlife: Attracts Birds
Tolerances: Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Salt Tolerant
Native Plants: Northeastern U.S. Native
Other: Evergreen, Nice Fall Foliage, Northeastern U.S. Native
Juniperus virginiana, also known as Eastern Red Cedar, is a versatile evergreen tree reaching heights of 40 to 50 feet, featuring reddish-brown bark and aromatic foliage. It’s excellent for wildlife habitat, windbreaks, and as a specimen tree in residential landscapes.