About
A large, broad-spreading, fast-growing, deciduous tree eventually to about 15�20m, with large, ovate to heart-shaped, softly hairy, mid-green leaves to 25cm across and, in mid-spring before the leaves emerge, spectacular upright panicles of large, foxglove-like, pale lilac-purple, fragrant flowers. An imposing, architectural tree for a large garden with deep, fertile, well-drained soil.
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 usesBorders, hedging, specimen planting.
Care notes
CultivationPlant in well-drained soil in sun or part shade.
PruningPrune after flowering or late winter.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.