Southern Red Cedar 100 Seeds Juniperus silicicola

Juniperus silicicola, known as the southern red cedar, is a resilient evergreen tree native to the coastal regions of the southeastern United States. It typically grows 30 to 50 feet tall, forming a dense, conical to irregular crown of aromatic, scale-like foliage that ranges from bright green to bluish-green. Its reddish-brown bark exfoliates in thin, fibrous strips, giving the trunk a rugged, textured appearance. Female trees produce small, round, bluish cones that resemble berries and serve as an important food source for birds and wildlife. Adapted to sandy, well-drained soils and tolerant of salt spray, wind, and drought, Juniperus silicicola is well suited to coastal environments. It is often planted as a windbreak, for erosion control, or as an ornamental tree providing year-round greenery and shelter in coastal and inland landscapes alike.