Eastern Redcedar (Juniperus virginiana)
$40.00
Category: Trees | Evergreens | Windbreak | Wildlife | Bird Habitat | Drought Tolerant | Dry Site | Sandy Site | Urban Site
The Eastern Redcedar (Juniperus virginiana) is a tough, dependable evergreen native to Nebraska and much of the central and eastern U.S. Long valued for its hardiness and adaptability, this species has been a cornerstone of windbreak plantings across the Great Plains for generations.
Growing 30–50 feet tall with a narrow, conical shape, Eastern Redcedar provides year-round color and cover. Its dense green foliage offers shelter and nesting sites for countless birds, while bluish, berry-like cones serve as an important winter food source for species such as cedar waxwings and robins.
This native conifer thrives in full sun and well-drained soils, tolerating drought, wind, heat, and poor soils once established. Though it spreads readily with the help of birds, Eastern Redcedar remains a valuable tree for wildlife habitat, shelterbelts, erosion control, and wind protection throughout the Great Plains.
Planting & Care
Plant in full sun and well-drained soil. Eastern Redcedar performs reliably in dry or sandy conditions and requires minimal maintenance once established. Space trees to allow airflow and sunlight between rows when used in windbreaks or shelterbelts.
NATIVE RANGE
Larger sizes available for local customers.
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Additional information
| Scientific Name | Juniperus virginiana |
|---|---|
| Height | 30-50' |
| Spread | 8-20' |
| Foliage | Green |
| Native To | Eastern U.S., NE, Northern Plains States, Southern Plain States |
| Zone | 2 |
| Size | 1 gallon |
