While collecting juniper berries in the Mojave Desert, I discovered the utility of this tree and learned about Smreka, a ...

Sierra juniper (J. grandis) trees are amongst the oldest inhabitants of Lake Tahoe, ... Though not berries at all, juniper berries are actually the female cones only found on mature female trees.

However, they discouraged removing juniper trees as it may disrupt the pollen, which, when airborne, can travel for several miles. “The male trees have larger pollen cones, ...

Like many plants, Ashe juniper trees have a season during which they pollinate. This year, that season just happens to begin with the start of the year. Usually, though, the season starts in December.

The Hotshots Juniper is recognized as a state and national Champion Tree. While its exact age is impossible to pinpoint, the tree is easily over 1,000 years old — some sources estimate it may be ...