Sargents Juniper
Juniperus chinensis var. sargentii
In growth
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Planting Guide
| Spacing | 6-9 ft |
|---|---|
| Planting depth | Crown at soil level |
| Chilling hours | 400+ hours |
| Life expectancy | 20+ years |
| Growth rate | Slow |
| Planted | 2023 |
| Bed | To Be Sorted |
Growing Conditions
| Sun | Full Sun |
|---|---|
| Water | Low |
| Soil type | Adaptable, well-draining |
| Soil pH | 5.0 - 7.0 |
| Zones | 4-9 |
| Native status | Introduced |
Appearance
| Type | Shrub |
|---|---|
| Leaf | Linear (Long, narrow) |
| Foliage colour | Blue-green |
| Bloom | None |
| Fruit | Berry-like cone |
| Evergreen | Evergreen |
Root System
| System | Fibrous/Adventitious Systems |
|---|---|
| Morphology | Mixed Fine & Coarse |
| Function | Mixed Orders |
| Propagation | Hardwood cuttings |
Wildlife & Safety
| Attracts | Birds |
|---|---|
| Deer | Deer Resistant |
| Toxicity | Toxic to Dogs/Cats |
| Edibility | Inedible |
| Companions | Barberry, Russian Sage, Sedum |
Where it came from
| Grower | Lowe's |
|---|---|
| Bought at | Lowe's |
Care
Avoid overwatering. Once established, relies on natural rainfall.
Maintenance
Requires very little pruning.
Cleanup
Remove debris from underneath as needed.
Notes
Excellent evergreen groundcover.