Stewardship Q&A – Mountain Cedar, drought management
THE HILL COUNTRY STEWARD Stewarding a piece of Texas is an incredible opportunity and responsibility. In this issue of The Hill Country Steward, we...
THE HILL COUNTRY STEWARD Stewarding a piece of Texas is an incredible opportunity and responsibility. In this issue of The Hill Country Steward, we're sharing answers to two of our most common landowner questions. Q: Is cedar native to the Texas Hill Country and should I get rid of it? A: Cedar (Ashe juniper) is a misunderstood, native Texan. While this hardy, native evergreen has developed a bad reputation for its ability to spread, it actually offers many benefits. It provides wildlife cover, nesting material, and winter-time food for many species of birds and mammals.