30 Eastern Red cedar, Juniperus virginiana, Tree Seeds (Hardy Fragrant Evergreen)

Other Names: Eastern Red cedar, Eastern Redcedar, Red Juniper, Eastern Juniper, Virginia juniper
Zone: 2 to 9
Growth Rate: Moderate to Rapid
Plant Type: Needled evergreen conifer
Family: Cupressaceae (Cypress Family)
Native Range: east and central North America
Height: 40 to 80 feet
Spread: 8 to 15 feet
Shape: Upright; densely pyramidal; becomes irregular and slightly pendulous with age.
Bloom Time: Late Winter
Sun: Full Sun
Fall Color: Evergreen
Drought Tolerance: High
Water: Low
Maintenance: Low
Site Requirements/ Soil Tolerances: Tolerant of most conditions.
Culture: Pruning depends upon desired form. Easy to transplant.
Uses: Landscape specimen, garden accent, screen, Bonsai, mass plantings, groupings, windbreaks, foundation plantings, wood used for cedar products, fence posts, difficult sites.


Sowing Juniperus virginiana Seeds:
Eastern Red Cedar seeds possess a thick, impermeable seed-coat which prevents or significantly retards germination.
For best results, please follow the instructions in the order provided.
Scarify: Pour Hot water over seed. Soak in water for 24 hours.
Stratify: Cold 90 days, 40 Degrees F in a Moist Medium.
Germination: Sow 1/8” Deep