Dwarf Procumbens Juniper
Juniperus procumbens 'Nana'
In growth
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Planting Guide
| Spacing | 4-5 ft apart |
|---|---|
| Planting depth | Root flare at soil level |
| Chilling hours | 0 |
| Life expectancy | 40+ years |
| Growth rate | Slow |
| Planted | 2024 |
| Bed | To Be Sorted |
Growing Conditions
| Sun | Full Sun |
|---|---|
| Water | Low to Average |
| Soil type | Well-draining, rocky or sandy |
| Soil pH | 5.0-8.0 |
| Zones | 4-9 |
| Native status | Cultivar |
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 | Semi-hardwood cuttings |
Wildlife & Safety
| Attracts | Birds |
|---|---|
| Deer | Deer Resistant |
| Toxicity | Toxic to Dogs/Cats |
| Edibility | Toxic |
| Companions | Sedum, Yucca, Barberry |
Where it came from
| Grower | Great Lakes Grown |
|---|---|
| Bought at | Kulak's Nursery |
Care
Avoid overwatering to prevent root rot.
Maintenance
Prune lightly to control spread if necessary.
Cleanup
Remove debris that falls into the dense mat.
Notes
Excellent groundcover and often used for bonsai.