Juniperus communis 'Punnett's Hedgehog'

Also Known As

Punnett's Hedgehog Juniper

Plant type

shrub, conifer

size

H: 8"-10"
W: 24"

planting zones

4a-9b

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Juniperus communis 'Punnett's Hedgehog' plant details

Juniperus communis 'Punnett's Hedgehog' is a slow-growing evergreen conifer shrub with green foliage. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Juniperus communis 'Punnett's Hedgehog'

Plant type: conifer shrub
Plant family: cupressaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 24 IN wide, 8 IN - 10 IN - tall
Uses: border plant, container plant, rock garden, year-round-interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Juniperus communis 'Punnett's Hedgehog'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Tight growing mound reaching 9-12" tall and 24" wide in time. Green, prickly foliage forms a very symmetrical plant. With its slow growth would do well in small landscapes.

By: Bloom River Gardens

A faster growing sport of echiniformis that Punnett found it is still slow, A first ever offering, these are first season cuttings and small, plants will be larger if fall shipping is selected.