About
A slow-growing, prostrate, spreading shrub growing up to 90cm tall and 200cm wide. Elegant, arching branches have flat, scale-like, yellow leaves which may turn more golden-yellow in winter.
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
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun, Partial shade
Soil typeChalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureWell-drained
AspectNorth-facing, West-facing, East-facing, South-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH6
Plant details
Plant typeConifers, Shrubs
HabitBushy
FoliageEvergreen
Height0.5-1 metres
Spread1.5-2.5 metres
Time to full height5-10 years
Suggested usesRock garden
ToxicityHarmful if eaten/skin allergen. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
Care notes
CultivationGrow in any well-drained soil; good for sunny sites
PruningNo pruning required
PropagationPropagate by semi-hardwood cuttings
Pest resistanceMay be susceptible to aphids, scale insects, conifer red spider mite and caterpillars
Disease resistanceMay be susceptible to phytophthora, canker and honey fungus. See also Conifers: brown patches