Rocky Mountain Juniper
Michelle Talks Plants
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Educational, 08-Apr-2026
The next time you enjoy a gin martini you can thank this tree.
Michelle is back to talk about Juniperus scopulorum, otherwise known as Rocky Mountain Juniper, and why the female tree plays a defining role in producing your favorite gin.
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