About

A handsome tree, reaching 4-8m, with a rounded head of healthy foliage. It displays attractive flowers or foliage. 'Shimpaku' is valued in garden settings.

About the genus

Juniperus can be prostrate or erect, evergreen shrubs or trees with aromatic, scale-like or sharply pointed awl-shaped leaves, and small globose fruits

Plant details

Suggested usesSpecimen tree, large borders, parks

Care notes

CultivationFertile, well-drained soil in sun or partial shade
PruningPrune to shape when young. Remove dead wood
PropagationFrom seed or grafting
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceHoney fungus and canker possible