Brodie Eastern Red Cedar

Brodie Eastern Red Cedar (Juniperus virginiana 'Brodie') is a cultivar of the native Eastern Red Cedar known for its compact and rounded growth habit. This evergreen conifer typically reaches a height of 10 to 15 feet and spreads to a width of 6 to 8 feet, forming a dense and symmetrical shape. The foliage of Brodie Cedar consists of small, scale-like needles that display a deep green color throughout the year. The dense foliage provides excellent coverage and creates a visually appealing backdrop in the garden. Brodie Cedar is a low-maintenance plant that is highly adaptable to different soil types and environmental conditions. It is drought-tolerant and can thrive in full sun to partial shade. This cultivar is known for its excellent resistance to cedar-apple rust, making it a reliable choice for landscapes where this disease may be a concern. With its compact size and attractive foliage, Brodie Eastern Red Cedar is suitable for a variety of landscape applications, including foundation plantings, borders, and rock gardens.