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Juniperus pingii 'Loderi'

Also Known As

  • Juniperus squamata 'Loderi'
  • Loderi Flaky Bark Juniper
  • Loderi Himalayan Juniper

Plant type

shrub, conifer

size

  • H: 3'-5'
  • W: 2'-4'

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

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Juniperus pingii 'Loderi' plant details

Juniperus pingii 'Loderi' is a slow-growing evergreen conifer shrub with blue and green foliage. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in alkaline and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Juniperus pingii 'Loderi'

Plant type: conifer shrub
Plant family: cupressaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 2 FT - 4 FT - wide, 3 FT - 5 FT - tall

GROWING CONDITIONS for Juniperus pingii 'Loderi'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Resistant to: deer, seaside / salt and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: alkaline and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Juniperus squamata 'Loderi' - Flaky Bark or Himalayan Juniper is a dwarf upright variety that grows straight up with a dominant leader but all other branches grow vertical as well. Leaves compressed and a green-blue color. Plant looks like a skyscraper. Very good plant for Bonsai and miniature railroad.
'Loderi' is a lovely blue green upright, dense plant that grows to 5' in 10 years. Often suggested for plant a miniature forest.

By: Greer Gardens Inc.

Gardening facts about Juniperus pingii 'Loderi' plant

How to Grow Juniperus pingii 'Loderi'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • alkaline
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • seaside / salt tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
    • blue
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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