About

Pencil Cedar

Juniperus virginiana ‘Skyrocket’, commonly known as the Skyrocket Juniper or Eastern Red Cedar ‘Skyrocket,’ is a narrow, columnar evergreen shrub or small tree. It belongs to the cypress family (Cupressaceae) and is native to North America.
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The Appearance

A medium-sized evergreen conifer with a narrow, columnar shape and soft, scale-like leaves. It produces small cones and has reddish-brown bark.


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The Produce

These cones are typically blue-green and are clustered along the upright branches of the tree.


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The Flowers

Produces small, inconspicuous flowers in spring, followed by small cones.


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The Leaves

The foliage is composed of dense, silvery-blue, scale-like leaves tightly arranged along the vertical branches, that retain their colour throughout the year.


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The Bark

The bark is reddish-brown and becomes more fissured with age.


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The Habitat

Prefers well-drained soils and full sun. Commonly found in gardens and parks.


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The Ecology

Provides habitat and food for various wildlife, including birds and insects. The dense foliage offers excellent cover.


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The Culture

Valued for its timber and ornamental appeal. Often planted in parks and large gardens.


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Fun Facts

The Pencil Cedar is known for its attractive, columnar shape and is often used in ornamental landscaping.

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