Overview
Juniperus chinensis var. chinensis is a bushy, columnar upright, matforming, trailing tree in the genus Juniperus, part of the Cupressaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Juniperus chinensis var. chinensis 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, the Chinese juniper, is a species of plant in the cypress family Cupressaceae, native to China, Myanmar, Japan, Korea and the Russian Far East. Growing 1–20 metres tall, it is a very variable coniferous evergreen tree or shrub.
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 var. chinensis 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 var. chinensis
- 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 var. chinensis?
Juniperus chinensis var. chinensis prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Juniperus chinensis var. chinensis need?
Juniperus chinensis var. chinensis 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 var. chinensis hardy in the UK?
Juniperus chinensis var. chinensis 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 var. chinensis?
Seed, Semi-ripe cuttings in early autumn.
More in the Juniperus genus
- Juniperus asheiAshe juniper
- Juniperus cedrusCanary Island cedar
- Juniperus chinensis 'Keteleeri'
- Juniperus chinensis 'Plumosa Aureovariegata' (v)
- Juniperus durangensisdurango juniper
- Juniperus horizontalis 'Glauca'
- Juniperus indicablack juniper
- Juniperus occidentaliswestern juniper
