.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 An upright, dense evergreen conifer featuring vibrant emerald-green foliage. It maintains a narrow, columnar form ideal for privacy screens and accent planting. Naturally tolerant of drought and poor soils, making it a low-maintenance choice for sustainable landscapes. Suggested Uses Perfect for vertical accents, hedge panels, windbreaks, and specimen plantings in urban and suburban gardens. Suitable for landscape borders and foundation plantings. Plant Details Botanical Name: Juniperus virginiana 'Emerald Sentinel' Common Name: Emerald Sentinel' Eastern Redcedar Size & Growth: Typically 8-12 ft tall with a 2-3 ft spread; slow to moderate growth rate Hardiness Zones: 3-8 Foliage Type: Evergreen, needle-like Bloom Time: Not typically flowering, conifers produce cones instead Growth Rate: Slow to moderate Light Requirements: Full sun Attracts Pollinators: No Indoor Friendly: No Container Friendly: Yes, with proper watering and care Deer Resistant: Yes Pet Warning: Generally considered non-toxic but consult specific sources for pets Fragrant: No Cut Flower: Yes, cone-shaped foliage can be used in floristry Grows Well With: Other drought-tolerant plants like junipers, sedums, and ornamental grasses Care Tips Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil in full sun. Space adequately for air circulation. Soil Moisture: Drought-tolerant; water during extended dry periods. Soil Type: Well-drained, sandy or loamy soils preferred Humidity: Tolerant of varied humidity levels Pruning Instructions: Minimal pruning; remove dead or damaged branches. Winter Care: Generally hardy; protect young plants from harsh winter winds and frost. Planting Depth: Plant at same depth as in nursery, ensuring the root collar is level with soil surface. Fertilization: Minimal; use slow-release fertilizer in early spring if desired. Special Care: Avoid overwatering; prefers dry to moderate moisture levels.