About
Slow-growing evergreen conifer to about 1-1.2m in height, with a compact, columnar habit and bearing foliage of tightly packed, bright yellow-green prickly needles that flushes golden yellow in winter.
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
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun, Partial shade
Soil typeChalk, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained, Well-drained
AspectEast-facing, South-facing, West-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH7
Plant details
Plant typeTrees
HabitColumnar upright
FoliageEvergreen
Height1-1.5 metres
Spread0.5-1 metres
Time to full height5-10 years
Suggested usesCity and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Patio and container plants
ToxicitySkin allergen, wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
Care notes
CultivationGrow in any well-drained soil, including dry, chalky or sandy soils, preferably in full sun or in light dappled shade. See conifer cultivation for further advice
PruningPruning group 1
PropagationPropagate by semi-hardwood cuttings in early autumn
Pest resistanceMay be susceptible to aphids, scale insects, conifer red spider mite and caterpillars
Disease resistanceMay be susceptible to pear rust, twig blight and honey fungus