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Juniperus squamata

Also Known As

Flaky Juniper
Himalayan Juniper

Plant type

shrub, conifer

size

H: 1'-3'
W: 1'-4'

planting zones

4a-8b

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Juniperus squamata plant details

Juniperus squamata is an evergreen conifer shrub with blue and green foliage. Grows well with sun and occasional water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in alkaline and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Juniperus squamata

Plant type: conifer shrub
Plant family: cupressaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 1 FT - 4 FT - wide, 1 FT - 3 FT - tall

GROWING CONDITIONS for Juniperus squamata

USDA Zones: 4a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: alkaline and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Zones: 4-10. Star shaped steel-blue foliage on small mound. Slow growth to about 2 feet. One of our most beautiful and popular junipers. Takes sun, wind, cold, and drought (once established). Shipping size: 4-6 inch starts, well rooted. SMALL DWARF.

By: Mini Forest By Sky

Many cultivars exist in this very variable group. They are dwarf, generally low growing or prostrate, but apparently some forms can be trained as a small tree. Very adaptable, tolerant of dry soils but not suited to the moisture and heat of the Southeast.