Red cedar

When is a cedar not a cedar? When it’s an eastern redcedar. The name is a misnomer. This plant is actually a juniper, as its botanical name (Juniperus virginiana) indicates. True cedars belong to the Cedrus genus and are not…

Juniperus virginiana ‘Taylor’ | Juniperus virginiana 'Taylor' is an upright columnar form and possibly the narrowest of the eastern red cedars. Discovered in Taylor, Nebraska as a chance seedling, this selection makes a great screen for tight spaces as well as a dramatic vertical element to any sunny landscape. A great substitute for Italian Cypress when designers need a narrow, vertical evergreen. Exceptional cold hardiness, but thrives in the UGA trial garden just north of the Florida…

Chamaecyparis nootkatensis: Chamaecyparis Chamaecyparis from the Greek chamae, "dwarf, low-growing, or growing on the ground" and kyparissos, "cypress," meaning "dwarf or ground cypress;" nootkatensis of or from the area of Nootka Sound or Nootka Island in Alaska. Synonyms: Cupressus nootkatensis, Callitropsis nootkatensis, Xanthocyparis nootkatensis. Also known as Nootka Cypress. Growth rate slow to 80' tall, though often dwarfed at high elevations, and a 25' spread at the base, developing…

If you’re in the market for quality outdoor wood, you’ve probably come across Western Red Cedar and Yellow Cedar. Both are popular choices for decking, siding, and other outdoor applications. But which one should you choose? Western Red Cedar and Yellow Cedar have distinct differences that can affect their performance and appearance in various outdoor […] The post Western Red Cedar vs. Yellow Cedar appeared first on Longhouse Specialty Forest Products.

Incense cedar trees (Calocedrus decurrens), also known as the California incense cedars,...

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What Is The Difference Between Eastern Red Cedar And Western Red Cedar? Eastern Red Cedar Embark on a captivating journey exploring “difference between eastern red cedar and western red cedar?”. Although they share a common name, these remarkable species boast unique benefits and attributes, charming not only gardeners but also woodworkers and nature lovers. In this article, we will dive deep into the fascinating realms of these incredible trees, examining their distinct appearances, natural…

Have you ever looked up into the boughs of an eastern red cedar in the early fall? It is alive with birds. Robins, mockingbirds, cedar wax wings, juncos, and other smaller birds will be feasting on the abundant fruits of this tree.

The Eastern Red Cedar is a coniferous evergreen tree that grows 20-70′ tall in full sun and medium moist to dry sites. This tree is native to Eastern North America and has a wide conical shape making it an excellent windbreak. The Eastern Red Cedar also has high wildlife value. Birds eat the fruit as they are high in carbohydrates and fat. Deer browse the foliage. And over 40 species of insects feed on the Eastern Red Cedar! A truly important plant for our ecosystem!