I’ve long admired McFarland juniper trees—capable of growing to towering heights like an Italian Cyprus, but sturdy enough to withstand the severe High Plains droughts and wind. It had been a long-time dream to add one of these majestic trees to my landscaping, but would I actually be able to locate one?
On today's Growing on the High Plains, I speak about my epic journey to obtain these surprisingly-elusive trees, and the enduring legacy their presence commands as they continue to flourish towards their full potential. They’re off to a great start, but they still have a long way to grow.