Juniperus monosperma

Also Known As

Oneseed Juniper

Plant type

tree, shrub, conifer

size

H: 6'-60'
W: 6'-30'

planting zones

4a-9b

Juniperus monosperma plant details

Juniperus monosperma is an evergreen conifer shrub or tree with green foliage. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun and occasional - 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 heat tolerant, verticillium wilt resistant and wind tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Juniperus monosperma

Plant type: conifer shrub or tree
Plant family: cupressaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 6 FT - 30 FT - wide, 6 FT - 60 FT - tall

GROWING CONDITIONS for Juniperus monosperma

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat, verticillium wilt and wind
Soil needs: alkaline, average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

"Navahos say the beautiful margins of their baskets are an imitation of Juniper leaves" (Peattie), the tree, with its sun-baked fragrance, so entwined in their lives; slow to 30-60'w fibrous gray bark and gray-green leaves. S/M-D/GDr