Photo of Juniperus x pfitzeriana 'Old Gold' foliage by Greer Gardens Inc.

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Juniperus x pfitzeriana 'Old Gold'

Also Known As

  • Juniperus chinensis 'Old Gold'
  • Old Gold Juniper

Plant type

shrub, conifer

size

  • H: 3'
  • W: 5'

planting zones

  • 3a-8b

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Juniperus x pfitzeriana 'Old Gold' plant details

Juniperus x pfitzeriana 'Old Gold' is an evergreen conifer shrub with chartreuse, gold and green foliage. Grows well with sun and occasional water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in alkaline, average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something for erosion control and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Juniperus x pfitzeriana 'Old Gold'

Plant type: conifer shrub
Plant family: cupressaceae
Foliage: evergreen chartreuse, gold and green
Mature size: 0 - 5 FT - wide, 0 - 3 FT - tall
Uses: compact, easy-to-grow

GROWING CONDITIONS for Juniperus x pfitzeriana 'Old Gold'

USDA Zones: 3a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional
Resistant to: erosion and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: alkaline, average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Very compact. New growth is golden-yellow that will become bronzy-gold and holds that color all year, even through the winter.

By: Greer Gardens Inc.

Gardening facts about Juniperus x pfitzeriana 'Old Gold' plant

How to Grow Juniperus x pfitzeriana 'Old Gold'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • alkaline
    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • erosion control
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • gold
    • chartreuse
    • green
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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