Juniperus virginiana
evergreenZones 2–9nativedeer resistantTough, adaptable native conifer with aromatic reddish wood. Pyramidal form when young becoming irregular with age. Blue berry-like cones on female trees feed dozens of bird species.
Look for orange gelatinous galls on branches. Remove galls before they release spores (spores infect nearby apple trees).
Eastern red cedar is extremely low-maintenance once established. No watering, fertilizing, or pruning needed.
Blue berry-like cones attract flocks of cedar waxwings and other birds.
One of the most important native wildlife trees. Blue berries eaten by cedar waxwings (named for this tree), bluebirds, and 50+ bird species. Dense evergreen cover provides critical winter roosting habitat.
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