Brodie Eastern Red Cedar Tree
Juniperus virginiana ‘Brodie’
Brodie Eastern Red Cedar Tree is a fast growing, dense columnar evergreen tree, that offers vibrant evergreen foliage, making this tree ideal to fit into almost any garden space. Red Cedars are tough, attractive and highly durable. Brodies fantastic tolerance to heat, cold and drought makes it one of the hardiest junipers you can grow, they are considered one of the most popular upright juniper on the market by most growers, they can thrive anywhere across the country, they are extremely easy to grow, no matter where you live, especially since they thrive in virtually all soil types. Eastern Red Cedar Tree can be planted as a focal point in smaller spaces or can act as a perfect hedge or screen in larger backyards.
Growth habit is columnar in shape with very dense branches. Growth rate is about 2-3ft a year is considered a fast growing tree , Mature height is 30-40 feet tall within 15 years, Mature width is 8-10 feet wide, making it a good selection for those desiring a privacy hedge, wind barrier or a privacy tree, plant it along streets, fences or even as a standalone, it thrives without effort even in the coldest parts of the country. Once established is drought tolerant, but it should be watered deeply during extended dry periods. Water well in late fall to protect from winter injury.
Plant Hardiness Zones and Specifications
Growing Zones: 3-9
Growth Rate: 2-3ft/Year
Mature Height: 30-40ft
Mature Width: 8-10ft
Growth form: Dense-Columnar
Foliage Color: Bright Green
Soil Conditions: Any
Planting and Care
Light: Full sun
Water Requirements: Water well every 2-3 days until established, water frequently during extremely hot months
Fertilizing: Applying a slow-release, 180 days duration, well balance fertilizer is probably the simplest solution and least expensive. Fertilize your cypress trees during spring or summer once a year.
Plant Care for potted plants.
• Plants shipped online are in complete darkness for several days, once received allow the tree to gradually acclimate to bright light.
• Repotting / Fertilizing, Repotting not recommended for a period of one year, Fertilize during Spring to Fall base on label instructions.
• Water Requirement, allow the top one inch of Soil to dry out, may take 3-5 days, water slowly to allow the soil to moist evenly.
• Sunlight, Full Sun or Partial Shade, Tolerates heat and drought. Will adapt to slightly moist conditions.
Plant Benefits
• Plants can reduce stress and anxiety by spending time close to nature caring for them.
• Great for patios, narrow spaces, decks, plant as privacy trees along fences and backyards.
• Add life to a given space, Plants are therapeutic and cheaper than a therapist.
• Increase Property Value, beautify your landscape with this new addition.
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