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    The Eastern Redcedar

    By Sheereen Othman | December 13, 2016

    Juniperus virginiana The eastern redcedar is an ancient tree, dating back to Native America where fossil evidence indicates it covered large portions of the continent. It is the most common conifer in the eastern part of North America. It sits on pasture hills and farm hedgerows, adorning open country. Early explorers took notice of the tree. Reports state captains Arthur Barlowe and Phillip Amadus were quoted as saying the trees were “the tallest and reddest cedars in the world.” Redcedar…

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    Deodar Cedar: Himalayan Divine

    Cedrus deodara Deodar—derived from Sanskrit to mean “timber of the gods”— is native to the western Himalayas and a staple in eastern forests. The Deodar Cedar is popular for its towering heights, reaching as…

    By Sheereen Othman | December 15, 2015