Juniperus rigida subsp. conferta 'Sunflower'PBR — Bushy, Columnar upright, Matforming, Trailing

Overview

Juniperus rigida subsp. conferta 'Sunflower'PBR is a bushy, columnar upright, matforming, trailing tree in the genus Juniperus, part of the Cupressaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Juniperus rigida subsp. conferta 'Sunflower'PBR 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 'Sunflower' PBR is a cultivar of Juniperus, a genus of evergreen shrubs or trees known for their aromatic leaves and small, round fruits. This cultivar is a tree with a bushy, columnar upright, matforming, and trailing habit. It thrives in full sun or partial shade and is suitable for a variety of soil types, including chalk, clay, loam, and sand, with well-drained conditions. Hardy to UK zone H7, it is ideal for coastal, cottage, and informal gardens, as well as wildlife gardens, providing year-round evergreen interest in spring and summer.

About the genus

Junipers are coniferous trees and shrubs in the genus Juniperus of the cypress family Cupressaceae. Depending on the taxonomy, between 50 and 67 species of junipers are widely distributed throughout the Northern Hemisphere as far south as tropical Africa, as far north as the Arctic, and parts of Asia and Central America. The highest-known juniper forest occurs at an altitude of 4,900 metres (16,100 ft) in southeastern Tibet and the northern Himalayas, creating one of the highest tree lines on earth.

Wikipedia contributors, "Juniper", CC BY-SA 4.0 — Juniper

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 'Sunflower'PBR 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 'Sunflower'PBR

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 'Sunflower'PBR?

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

What soil does Juniperus rigida subsp. conferta 'Sunflower'PBR need?

Juniperus rigida subsp. conferta 'Sunflower'PBR 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 'Sunflower'PBR hardy in the UK?

Juniperus rigida subsp. conferta 'Sunflower'PBR has an RHS hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy throughout the UK, tolerating temperatures below -20°C.