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Juniperus osteosperma
Also Known As
- Utah Juniper
Plant type
tree, shrub, conifer
size
- H: 15'-30'
- W: 12'-30'
planting zones
- 3a-9b
Juniperus osteosperma plant details
Juniperus osteosperma is an evergreen conifer shrub or tree with green foliage. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in alkaline and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Juniperus osteosperma
- Plant type: conifer shrub or tree
- Plant family: cupressaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 12 FT - 30 FT - wide, 15 FT - 30 FT - tall
GROWING CONDITIONS for Juniperus osteosperma
- USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: occasional - low
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: alkaline and well-drained
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How to Grow Juniperus osteosperma
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- alkaline
- well-drained
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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Plant Type
Tree, Shrub, Conifer
Zones
2a-8b
Size
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Width: 1'-2'
- sun
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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- dry in summer
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Plant Type
Shrub, Conifer
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 3'-4'
Width: 8'-10'
- sun
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- dry in summer
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Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 8"
Width: 5'
- sun
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 12"-48"
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - drought tolerant
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