Eastern Red Cedar
(Juniperus virginiana)
Other Information
Physical Characteristics
Type: Tree
Height: 30 - 50 ft
Spread: 10 - 20 ft
Flower Color: N/A
Flower Time: N/A
Fruit Type: Cone (Berry-Like)
Fruit Color: Blue / Pale Blue / Gray
Autumn Color: Evergreen
Sun Conditions: Full Sun
Shade Tolerance: Low
Moisture Preference: Low / Medium
Deer Resistance*: High
Dog Safe**: Yes
Conservation Status (MD): SNR - Unranked
Other Names:
*Deer resistance can vary based on many factors
**Always consult with a veterinarian about plants toxic to dogs and other animals
Wildlife Benefits:
Eastern Red Cedar’s berry-like cones are a food source (especially in winter) for over 50 species of birds including the Cedar Waxwing along with a variety of mammals. Dense foliage provides nesting material, good cover for wildlife, and nesting and roosting sites for birds. It is a larval host for 42 species of butterflies and moths, including the Juniper Hairstreak.
