Juniperus virginiana Silver Spreader ('Mona') — Bushy, Columnar upright, Matforming, Trailing

Overview

Juniperus virginiana Silver Spreader ('Mona') is a bushy, columnar upright, matforming, trailing tree in the genus Juniperus, part of the Cupressaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Juniperus virginiana Silver Spreader ('Mona') 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 virginiana Silver Spreader ('Mona') is a cultivar of Juniperus, a genus of evergreen shrubs or trees known for their aromatic, scale-like or awl-shaped leaves and small, round fruits. This cultivar forms a bushy, matforming habit, making it suitable for a variety of garden settings including coastal and wildlife gardens. It thrives in full sun or partial shade and prefers well-drained soils such as chalk, clay, loam, or sand with a range of pH levels. Hardy to UK zone H7, it is a low-maintenance tree 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 virginiana Silver Spreader ('Mona') 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 virginiana Silver Spreader ('Mona')

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 virginiana Silver Spreader ('Mona')?

Juniperus virginiana Silver Spreader ('Mona') prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.

What soil does Juniperus virginiana Silver Spreader ('Mona') need?

Juniperus virginiana Silver Spreader ('Mona') 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 virginiana Silver Spreader ('Mona') hardy in the UK?

Juniperus virginiana Silver Spreader ('Mona') 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 virginiana Silver Spreader ('Mona')?

Seed, Semi-ripe cuttings in early autumn.

More in the Juniperus genus

Browse all Juniperus →