Eastern Red Cedar

Description: Eastern Red Cedars typically have a conical to columnar shape when young, maturing into a more irregular or broad-rounded form. They feature dense, scale-like foliage that ranges in color from dark green to bluish-green, often with a slightly grayish cast. Female trees produce small, bluish-gray berry-like cones known as "juniper berries," which are often used by wildlife as a food source. The bark of mature trees is reddish-brown and exfoliates in thin strips, revealing reddish-orange inner bark. Size: Eastern Red Cedars vary in size depending on environmental conditions and growing conditions. They can range from small shrubs to medium-sized trees. On average, they typically reach heights of 30 to 50 feet (9 to 15 meters) with a spread of 8 to 20 feet (2.4 to 6 meters) at maturity. However, some specimens may grow taller under optimal conditions, while others may remain smaller in less favorable environments. Best Growing Zones: Eastern Red Cedars are well-adapted to a w