Overview
Juniperus phoenicea is a bushy, columnar upright, matforming, trailing tree in the genus Juniperus, part of the Cupressaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Juniperus phoenicea 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. It is native to Baleares, France, Italy, Sardegna and Spain.
About
Juniperus phoenicea is a tree cultivar within the Juniperus genus, which comprises evergreen shrubs or trees with aromatic leaves that are either scale-like or awl-shaped. This cultivar exhibits a bushy, columnar upright, matforming, or trailing habit and retains its evergreen foliage throughout the year. It thrives in full sun or partial shade and is adaptable to various soil types including chalk, clay, loam, and sand, with a preference for well-drained conditions. Hardy to UK zone H7, it is suitable for coastal, cottage, informal, and wildlife gardens, offering interest particularly in winter.
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 phoenicea 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
- Native to
- Baleares, France, Italy, Sardegna, Spain
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Juniperus phoenicea
- 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 phoenicea?
Juniperus phoenicea prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Juniperus phoenicea need?
Juniperus phoenicea 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 phoenicea hardy in the UK?
Juniperus phoenicea 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 phoenicea?
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 chinensis var. chinensis
- Juniperus durangensisdurango juniper
- Juniperus horizontalis 'Glauca'
- Juniperus indicablack juniper
