Juniperus rigida subsp. conferta 'Silver Mist' — Bushy, Columnar upright, Matforming, Trailing

Overview

Juniperus rigida subsp. conferta 'Silver Mist' is a bushy, columnar upright, matforming, trailing tree in the genus Juniperus, part of the Cupressaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Juniperus rigida subsp. conferta 'Silver Mist' 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 rigida subsp. conferta 'Silver Mist' is a cultivar of Juniperus, a genus of evergreen shrubs or trees known for their aromatic leaves and small, round fruits. This cultivar forms a bushy, columnar upright tree with evergreen foliage, thriving in full sun or partial shade. It is hardy to UK zone H7 and adapts well to a variety of soil types, including chalk, clay, loam, and sand, provided the soil is well-drained. Suitable for coastal, cottage, and wildlife gardens, it is a low-maintenance choice that flowers in spring and summer.

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 rigida subsp. conferta 'Silver Mist' 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 rigida subsp. conferta 'Silver Mist'

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 rigida subsp. conferta 'Silver Mist'?

Juniperus rigida subsp. conferta 'Silver Mist' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.

What soil does Juniperus rigida subsp. conferta 'Silver Mist' need?

Juniperus rigida subsp. conferta 'Silver Mist' 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 rigida subsp. conferta 'Silver Mist' hardy in the UK?

Juniperus rigida subsp. conferta 'Silver Mist' 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 rigida subsp. conferta 'Silver Mist'?

Seed, Semi-ripe cuttings in early autumn.

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