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Oneseed Juniper

Juniperus monosperma

Last reviewed: October 2026

Oneseed Juniper (Juniperus monosperma)
Photo: (c) Caleb Catto, some rights reserved (CC BY)

Toxicity unknown

Oneseed Juniper (Juniperus monosperma) is not listed by the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (opens in new tab) or the other sources we check, so we have no verdict for it either way. Absence from those lists is not a clearance. If your pet shows symptoms after eating any plant, call the ASPCA at (888) 426-4435.

The USDA PLANTS Database (opens in new tab) does not flag Oneseed Juniper as toxic to livestock.

Light

part sun

Water

low

Size

72"–240" H × 72"–240" W

Bloom

Mar, Apr, May

Native to

AZ, CO, NM, NV and 2 more states

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Cherry-stone juniper is a drought-tolerant evergreen tree with an attractive, irregular branching pattern. It develops blue-green foliage and produces small berry-like cones. This slow-growing tree is extremely hardy and requires minimal water once established.

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In an HOA neighborhood

Oneseed Juniper takes more care to keep looking intentional in a front yard. Maintenance level: low. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.

Works well in: backyard only.

  • Irregular growth habit appears too wild for formal landscapes
  • Can develop dead interior branches that look untidy
  • Large mature size may be considered overgrown

Wildlife value

The berry-like cones provide food for birds, particularly cedar waxwings and various songbirds. Dense branching offers nesting sites and winter shelter for small wildlife.

Common questions

How much sun does Oneseed Juniper need?
Oneseed Juniper grows best in part sun conditions.
When does Oneseed Juniper bloom?
Oneseed Juniper blooms in March, April, and May.
Where is Oneseed Juniper native?
Oneseed Juniper (Juniperus monosperma) is native to AZ, CO, NM, NV and 2 more states, per the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).
Is Oneseed Juniper toxic to livestock?
The USDA PLANTS Database does not flag Oneseed Juniper as toxic to livestock.
Is Oneseed Juniper HOA-friendly?
Oneseed Juniper takes more care to look intentional in a front yard. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.

Native range data from the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew). Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.

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