red cedar

Red cedar (Juniperus virginiana 'Canaertii') can tolerate both regular watering and periods of drought. Water deeply when it is first planted in order to help the roots to establish and loosen the soil around the roots. After that, water when the top inch of soil feels dry to the touch. Generally, this means watering the red cedar once or twice a week during the hot summer months. In the spring and fall you may only need to water once every 2 weeks or so. During the winter months you can reduce how often you water to once a month, or even less if there is sufficient rainfall.

Red cedar (Juniperus virginiana 'Canaertii') enjoys bright, full sun or partial shade. Sunlight requirements depend on the type of growing region and climate. In hot, dry climates, it should have afternoon shade, and in cooler climates, it should have full sun. It does best in well-drained soils and should be watered regularly during the summer months. Red cedar prefers a minimum of 4-6 hours of direct sunlight each day during its active growing season. In the winter months, plants in cooler climates should receive more sunlight, while plants in warmer climates should receive less.

For Red Cedar (Juniperus virginiana 'Canaertii'), it is best to prune in the late winter or early spring when the plant is dormant. Prune as much as needed, but keep in mind over-pruning can promote excessive growth. Start by pruning off dead or diseased branches and then thin out overcrowded sections. If the plant has grown lanky, prune the longest branches back to a stronger branch or trunk at an outward-facing bud. This will encourage the plant to become bushier, instead of growing long and leggy.