Burkii red cedar
Juniperus virginiana 'Burkii'
USDA zones2 to 9
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles dry to wet soil
Size10 to 25 feet tall4 to 10 feet wide
- Growth rate
- Moderate
- Habit
- Dense
- Bloom color
- Non-flowering
- Soil types
- Sand, loam, clay
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Burkii' red cedar (Juniperus virginiana 'Burkii') is a tree for specimen planting, hedges, privacy screens, and winter interest. It is hardy to USDA zone 2, or down to -50°F (-46°C). This plant likes full or part sun and dry to wet, sandy, loamy, or clay soil. This dense evergreen tolerates drought and salt, and its foliage is fragrant. Deer rarely make it their first choice. Birds, bees, and butterflies visit it.
Pairs well with Smaragd American arborvitae, Red fescue, and Redmond American linden.