Juniperus chinensis 'Rockery Gem'

Chinese Juniper

Family: Cupressaceae Cypress


Type Groundcover
USDA Hardiness range 5A - 9B
Exposure Partial shade to full sun
Bloom color Brown, yellow
Bloom time Spring
Water needs Dry to moist
Landscape uses Erosion control, ground cover, massing
Height 12" to 36" / 30cm to 90cm
Spread 6' to 12' / 1.80m to 3.60m
Growth rate Slow
Persistence Evergreen
Leaf color Blue, green
Fruit color Blue
Soil pH requirements Acidic, neutral, alkaline, slightly alkaline
Soil type Sandy, clay, loamy
Form Spreading or horizontal
Attributes and features Fragrant foliage