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Red Cedar - Juniperus virginiane L.
 Tolerant
• seldom more than 30 ft (9+m) and in open situations, reduced to a smaller shrub.
• sun or shade
• many different soil types
The wood is strongly aromatic and resistant to decay. Juniper berries are used to flavour gin and are tasty in a hearty stew. In India the wood is burned for incense. Many varieties from North America and Europe have been developed for ornamental purposes. The female fruit, which are berries that have matured form cones, provide food for birds throughout the winter. ( Cedar Waxwings and Blue birds to Turkeys) Their sweetish resinous taste is used for flavouring some foods.
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