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Juniperus cedrus

Also Known As

  • Canary Island Juniper
  • Cedar Juniper

Plant type

tree, conifer

size

  • H: 20'-40'
  • W: 12'-18'

planting zones

  • 7a-9b

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Juniperus cedrus plant details

Juniperus cedrus is an evergreen conifer tree with blue and green foliage. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and occasional water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in alkaline and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Juniperus cedrus

Plant type: conifer tree
Plant family: cupressaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 12 FT - 18 FT - wide, 20 FT - 40 FT - tall
Uses: cascading, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Juniperus cedrus

USDA Zones: 7a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: occasional
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: alkaline and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Bluish green weeping branches, drought tolerant once established. Hardy to USDA zone 7

Gardening facts about Juniperus cedrus plant

How to Grow Juniperus cedrus

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • alkaline
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
    • blue
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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