Plant Care Aromatic Cedar

Aromatic Cedar

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About Aromatic Cedar

Eastern Redcedar is an evergreen tree that may grow 30 to 40 feet tall. It has scale-like, closely oppressed, glandular leaves and small, light blue-green clusters of flowers. The heartwood is light brown and aromatic, contrasted by the white sapwood and is commonly used for cedar chests. The wood is also used to make fence posts and rails.

Taxonomy

Juniperus virginiana
Juniperus
Cupressaceae
Pinales

Also known as

American Juniper, American Juniper, Coast juniper, Eastern juniper, Southern redcedar, Eastern red-cedar, Red cedar, Eastern redcedar, Virginian juniper, Red juniper, Pencil cedar, Aromatic cedar and Eastern Red Cedar

How to care for Aromatic Cedar

💦 Water

How often to water your Aromatic Cedar

Water needs for Aromatic Cedar
0.5 cups
every 9

Aromatic Cedar needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Calculate water needs of Aromatic Cedar

Water 0.5 cups every
9

Does your plant get direct sunlight?

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5"
☀️ Light

Finding light for American Juniper in your home

Light needs and placement for plant Aromatic Cedar: 1ft from a window
1ft or less from
a window

Aromatic Cedar love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Aromatic Cedar does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Aromatic Cedar in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Aromatic Cedar

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Aromatic Cedar: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Aromatic Cedar after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

💡 FAQs
⭐ Difficulty Level

Aromatic Cedar is generally considered an easy-to-care-for plant and makes a great choice for beginners!

How to Grow American Juniper →

Benefits of Growing American Juniper →

Common American Juniper Problems →

Outdoor Care Guide for American Juniper →


💦 Water Needs

Aromatic Cedar prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

American Juniper Root Rot →


☀️ Sunlight Needs

Aromatic Cedar requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

American Juniper Light Requirements →


🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Aromatic Cedar is not safe to consume. If you, a family member, or a pet has ingested any amount of plant material contact Poison Control, US (800) 222-1222, or your veterinarian. If you have children, cats, or dogs in the home, we suggest keeping this plant out of reach.

Is American Juniper Edible? →

American Juniper Toxicity to Cats →

American Juniper Toxicity to Dogs →

American Juniper Toxicity to Humans →


💨 Humidity

Aromatic Cedar doesn’t require additional humidity. Plants absorb most water through their root system rather than their leaves, so the best way to provide humidity for your plants is through watering the soil.


🪴 Soil

Aromatic Cedar does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!

Best Pots for American Juniper →

What Are Healthy American Juniper Roots →


💩 Fertilizer

Aromatic Cedar grows very slowly and doesn’t require added fertilizer. Replacing your plant’s potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!


🌎 Native Region

Aromatic Cedar is native to the Northern Hemisphere.


⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Aromatic Cedar grows along the ground and sends out shoots which will spread across the soil.

American Juniper Lifecycle →

American Juniper Size Guide →

How and When to Prune American Juniper →


🌦️ Growing Outdoors
🌱 Propagation

The seeds of Aromatic Cedar can be used to grow new plants! After your plant flowers, any seeds that formed can be collected and germinated in potting soil.


🍂 Yellow Leaves

Yellow leaves aren’t always a reason to panic, and can be a normal part of a plant’s life cycle. Unless brand new leaves are turning yellow or all the leaves change color at once, it’s likely just your plant shedding old leaves.

Overwatering and root rot are the most likely cause of problems in Aromatic Cedar, since they are sensitive to wet soil. The leaves may also appear to be curling or drooping. Less often, yellow leaves are caused by underwatering, nutrient deficiencies, or pests.

Replace soggy soil with fresh, dry soil and download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!


🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.


Care Summary for Aromatic Cedar

Aromatic Cedar

Aromatic Cedar


Greg recommends:

Water

0.5 cups every 9 days

Placement

< 1ft from a window

Nutrients

Repot after 2x growth

Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.

What other plant parents say

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Aromatic Cedar has a Fast grower plant personality Fast grower 3
Aromatic Cedar has a Survivor plant personality Survivor 1
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leaf-1 76 Plants
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globe Greensboro, NC
08/07/2021

I just got this guy so I’m not quite sure what I’m doing yet.

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leaf-1 3 Plants
xp 77 XP
07/02/2021

A bit hard to maintain but maybe I just don’t know what I’m doing🤷🏽‍♀️

Browns easily Browns easily
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06/19/2021

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