Photo of Juniperus chinensis 'Femina' bonsai by Karl Gercens III

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Juniperus chinensis 'Femina'

Also Known As

  • Femina Chinese Juniper

Plant type

tree, conifer

size

  • H: 15'-20'
  • W: 10'

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

Juniperus chinensis 'Femina' plant details

Juniperus chinensis 'Femina' is an evergreen conifer tree with blue foliage. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Juniperus chinensis 'Femina'

Plant type: conifer tree
Plant family: cupressaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 10 FT wide, 15 FT - 20 FT - tall
Uses: bonsai, container plant, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Juniperus chinensis 'Femina'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A small conical tree with dense somewhat lax branches of scale-like foliage and small fruits with a vivid blue bloom, this may be the plant introduced in 1839 as J. flagelliformis by J.R. Reeves. Sun/Med

Gardening facts about Juniperus chinensis 'Femina' plant

How to Grow Juniperus chinensis 'Femina'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • blue
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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