.plant-container { font-family: inherit; } .plant-container ul { list-style: none; padding-left: 0; margin-left: 0; } .plant-container li { display: flex; align-items: center; margin-bottom: 8px; line-height: 1.6; padding-left: 0; } .plant-container img { width: 24px; height: auto; margin-right: 10px; vertical-align: middle; flex-shrink: 0; } Emerald Sentinel' Eastern Redcedar Juniperus virginiana 'Emerald Sentinel' Description This evergreen conifer features a dense, upright growth habit with rich green foliage year-round. Its fine-textured needles provide a soft silhouette, making it ideal for low-maintenance privacy screens and accent plantings in various landscape settings. Suggested Uses Perfect for hedges, windbreaks, specimen plantings, and sustainable landscaping. Its adaptability makes it suitable for both residential and commercial gardens. Plant Details Botanical Name: Emerald Sentinel' Eastern Redcedar Juniperus virginiana 'Emerald Sentinel' Common Name: Emerald Sentinel' Eastern Redcedar Size & Growth: Typically reaches 6-8 feet tall with a 2-3 foot spread, with slow to moderate growth rate. Hardiness Zones: 4-9 Foliage Type: Evergreen, needle-like foliage Bloom Time: Typically inconspicuous; occasional male cones in early spring Growth Rate: Slow to moderate Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade Attracts Pollinators: Yes Indoor Friendly: No Container Friendly: Yes, suitable for pots with proper drainage Deer Resistant: Yes Pet Warning: Toxic to dogs and cats if ingested Fragrant: No Cut Flower: Not suitable Grows Well With: Ornamental grasses, perennials, and other evergreen shrubs Care Tips Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil in full sun. Space adequately for mature size. Soil Moisture: Keep evenly moist during establishment; once established, drought tolerant. Soil Type: Prefers sandy, loamy, or well-drained soils. Humidity: Tolerant of a range of humidity levels. Pruning Instructions: Remove dead or damaged branches in early spring; minimal pruning needed for shape. Winter Care: Hardy; protect roots in freezing conditions with mulch. Planting Depth: Plant at same depth as root ball. Fertilization: Feed in early spring with a balanced slow-release fertilizer. Special Care: Minimal; avoid overwatering after establishment.