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Juniperus chinensis 'Kaizuka'

Also Known As

Juniperus chinensis 'Torulosa'
Hollywood Juniper

Plant type

tree, conifer

size

H: 15'-30'
W: 10'-15'

planting zones

4a-9b

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Juniperus chinensis 'Kaizuka' plant details

Juniperus chinensis 'Kaizuka' is an evergreen conifer tree with green foliage. and blue and green fruit. Grows well with sun - bright shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in alkaline, average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant, verticillium wilt resistant and wind tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Juniperus chinensis 'Kaizuka'

Plant type: conifer tree
Plant family: cupressaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 10 FT - 15 FT - wide, 15 FT - 30 FT - tall
Uses: mass-planting, screen, topiary, unique, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Juniperus chinensis 'Kaizuka'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer, seaside / salt, verticillium wilt and wind
Soil needs: alkaline, average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Evergreen conifer with slightly twisted branches that give this shrub/tree an irregular swirling appearance. Foliage is a lovely green throughout the year. This plant will make a dramatic, artistic presence in any yard if left unpruned and allowed to take on its natural shape. This tree is extremely tolerant of heat and salt, so will do well in coastal conditions.

By: Garden World

This irregular growing juniper makes a beautiful accent to any garden. Height is 10 to 15 feet and spread of 4 to 6 feet. Very easy to grow and will tolerate seashore conditions.

By: Accents for Home and Garden

Irregular upright growth habit and excellent green color. One of the best. A large grower 8-10' in ten years, eventually reaching 15 to 20 foot tall or more in old age. Awards: Award of Garden Merit from the Royal Horticultural Society. Recommended by: the United States National Arboretum.

By: Fantastic Plants

Upward twisting growth habit, spreading windswept look. Drought & salt tolerant. Deer resistant. Zones 4-9.

By: Lael's Moon Garden

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Gardening facts about Juniperus chinensis 'Kaizuka' plant

How to Grow Juniperus chinensis 'Kaizuka'

Sun Exposure
- sun - bright shade
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- alkaline
- average
- lean
- well-drained
- rocky
- gritty
Special Situation
- seaside / salt tolerant
- wind tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant