Eastern Redcedar ‘Taylor’

‘Taylor’ Eastern Redcedar (Juniperus virginiana ‘Taylor’). The Juniperus virginiana 'Taylor', known as ‘Taylor’ Eastern Redcedar, is a remarkable evergreen conifer prized for its extremely narrow and columnar habit. This selection forms a slender, almost vertical silhouette, making it an excellent choice for confined spaces, alignments, or narrow visual screens. Its dense bluish-green foliage, composed of fine scales, tightly covers the branches, creating an elegant texture that remains ornamental all year round. Very hardy and resistant, this juniper tolerates poor, dry, or chalky soils, as well as urban and windy conditions.

To plant ‘Taylor’ Eastern Redcedar, choose an appropriate exposure: full sun. The recommended soil is as follows: ordinary, well-drained soil. Respect the conifer’s natural silhouette and avoid deep pruning into parts lacking foliage. Monitor moisture after planting, including in the autumn when the weather is dry. Aeration and drainage are as important as the frequency of watering. Water the root ball before planting and ensure that water can drain after planting. During establishment, check the moisture by hand before watering again.

Allow a width of 1 m (3 ft) to plan this plant's space in the garden. The indicated height of 5 m (16 ft) helps in choosing its position relative to neighboring plants. Maintain access to the base for weeding, checking moisture, and removing damaged parts. Combine this variety with plants that have compatible light and water needs. If you are considering a container, first check that its volume and drainage are suitable for root development. Roots in pots are more exposed to cold than those planted in the ground.