Juniperus chinensis 'Keteleeri' — Bushy, Columnar upright, Matforming, Trailing

Overview

Juniperus chinensis 'Keteleeri' is a bushy, columnar upright, matforming, trailing tree in the genus Juniperus, part of the Cupressaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Juniperus chinensis 'Keteleeri' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include coastal, cottage and informal garden, wildlife gardens and low maintenance.

About

Juniperus chinensis 'Keteleeri' is an evergreen tree cultivar belonging to the Juniperus genus, known for its aromatic leaves and small, round fruits. This cultivar features a bushy, columnar upright habit, making it suitable for various garden styles including coastal and cottage gardens. It thrives in fertile, well-drained soils such as chalk, clay, loam, or sand, and can tolerate a range of soil pH levels from acid to alkaline. 'Keteleeri' is hardy to UK zone H7 and grows well in full sun or partial shade, offering seasonal interest in spring and summer.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Juniperus

Sunlight: Full sun, Partial shade
Soil type: Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pH: Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moisture: Well-drained
Aspect: South-facing, West-facing, East-facing
Exposure: Exposed, Sheltered
UK hardiness: H7

Plant details

Juniperus chinensis 'Keteleeri' size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: Tree
Habit: Bushy, Columnar upright, Matforming, Trailing
Foliage: Evergreen
Suggested uses: Coastal, Cottage and informal garden, Wildlife gardens, Low Maintenance

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Juniperus chinensis 'Keteleeri'

Propagation: Seed, Semi-ripe cuttings in early autumn
Pest resistance: Aphids, Juniper scale, Caterpillars
Disease resistance: Phytophthora, Canker, Honey fungus

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to plant Juniperus chinensis 'Keteleeri'?

Juniperus chinensis 'Keteleeri' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.

What soil does Juniperus chinensis 'Keteleeri' need?

Juniperus chinensis 'Keteleeri' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.

Is Juniperus chinensis 'Keteleeri' hardy in the UK?

Juniperus chinensis 'Keteleeri' has an RHS hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy throughout the UK, tolerating temperatures below -20°C.

How do I propagate Juniperus chinensis 'Keteleeri'?

Seed, Semi-ripe cuttings in early autumn.

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