Juniperus squamata (Juniper)

This tough arching conifer will grow in most well drained soils , including sandy / chalky soil - but avoid clay. Preferring full or part sun they require little pruning or after care. Plant in autumn / spring with plenty of compost dug in to soil

Strengths of Juniperus squamata:

• Sun loving drought tolerant plant
• Spiney growth can deter unwanted visitors!
• All round tough plant suitable for problem areas
• Provides valuable winter interest
• Evergreen foliage for all year round colour and screening
• Architectural plant – ideal as a ‘stand out’ plant
• Attractive form or foliage for all year interest
• Tolerates full sun and sandy, drought-prone soils
• Tolerates cold exposed locations
• Tolerates heavy clay soils

Weaknesses of Juniperus squamata

• Spiney plant - can scratch young children and gardeners!
• Does not produce showy attractive flowers

Design & Plant Use for Juniperus squamata:

• Evergreen ground cover suitable for problematic dry soils in full sun
• Evergreen plant with attractive foliage for winter interest
• Conifer with outstanding foliage colour for winter interest

Common Missspellings: Jupiparus, Junipirus, Junaperus, Junipirus, Juneperus

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