Sizes, Characteristics, and Availability

Southern Red Cedar (Juniperus silicicola) is one of the most dependable native evergreen trees for Florida landscapes. At RC Trees, we grow the Fuzzy Wuzzy cultivar (Juniperus virginiana ‘CAN-SRC1’ PP31963), a selected form propagated from a superior seedling to maintain tighter growth, improved density, and strong resistance to mites.

Southern Red Cedar young container tree on nursery fabric at RC Trees Florida

Southern Red Cedar young container tree on nursery fabric at RC Trees

Southern Red Cedar tree in field production row at RC Trees

A Southern Red Cedar tree planted in a field row at a nursery.

Southern Red Cedar trees in containers arranged in nursery rows.

Southern Red Cedar trees in containers arranged in nursery rows.

Foliage and Growth Habit

Fuzzy Wuzzy Southern Red Cedar has a dense, soft blue-green foliage that holds year-round. Its naturally compact growth creates a full, uniform appearance with minimal pruning.

Available Sizes

  • 3 & 7 Gallon: liner material for nurseries and growers
  • 15 Gallon: typically 5–6 feet
  • 30 Gallon: typically 7–9 feet (avg. 8’)
  • B&B: typically 10–14 feet and larger
Southern Red Cedar container trees in nursery rows on ground fabric at RC Trees

We also produce liner material for other nurseries and offer contract growing in volume.

Landscape Use and Form

Used as a large-scale screen on bigger properties, Southern Red Cedar will grow together to form a dense, natural barrier with little maintenance.

In residential settings, it works well as an accent tree on corners or entry points, developing a naturally upright, pyramidal form that stays balanced without shaping.

Growing Conditions, Tolerance, and Maintenance

Southern Red Cedar performs well in:

  • Full sun
  • Sandy, well-drained soils

It offers excellent salt tolerance, making it suitable for coastal conditions, salt air exposure, and reclaimed water use.

Once established, it is extremely drought tolerant, requiring little to no supplemental irrigation and performing well in typical Florida conditions.

It can be trimmed throughout its life or left to grow naturally while maintaining its structure.

Availability

Available in 3, 7, 15 gallon, 30 gallon, and B&B sizes.
For availability or contract growing, contact RC Trees.

Southern Red Cedar young container tree on nursery fabric at RC Trees Florida

RC Trees is a production nursery growing material for the trade. Inventory is pulled to order and organized for pickup. For retail inquiries or installation, please refer to our preferred vendors. Link to preferred vendors

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RC Trees offers wholesale nursery trees and plants at our Orlando tree farm for residents and businesses  throughout Florida, Texas, and the entire Southeastern United States.