Juniperus virginiana, or eastern red cedar, is native to Ontario with a natural range extending from Nova Scotia and southern Ontario in Canada, south to northern Florida and eastern Texas in the United States. This species thrives in diverse soil conditions, from swamps to dry, rocky glades, though it prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun. Eastern red cedar is quite resilient and is the most drought-resistant conifer in eastern North America, making it ideal for areas with fluctuating moisture. Highly salt-tolerant, it excels in urban landscapes, including roadsides and residential areas. Male plants produce small pollen cones, and female plants develop berry-like cones that ripen to blue gray, offering seasonal interest and food for wildlife.