How to tend a Juniperus scopulorum

Also known as: Juniperus virginiana var. scopulorum (Sarg.) Lemmon, Juniperus virginiana subsp. scopulorum (Sarg.) A.E.Murray, Juniperus excelsa Pursh, Juniperus occidentalis var. pleiosperma Engelm., Juniperus scopulorum var. columnaris Fassett, Juniperus scopulorum f. columnaris (Fassett) Rehder, Sabina scopulorum (Sarg.) Rydb., Juniperus maritima R.P.Adams, Juniperus virginiana var. montana Vasey, Sabina maritima (R.P.Adams) Y.Yang & K.S.Mao

Watering

Resistant to drought, water thoroughly after soil surface dries, avoid saturated water

Sunlight

Like sunshine, grows in sunny places

Soil

Calcareous soil with loose texture or soil with specific nutrients

Fertilizer

Dilute fertilizers following instructions, apply 1-2 times monthly

Pruning

Remove dead, rotten, diseased leaves and the parts that may affect the good appearance

About this plant

Origin
China
Category
Cupressaceae, Juniperus
Size
Diameter ≥ 15 cm, height ≥ 25 cm
Blooming period
Flowering period April-May, flowering period March-May, fruiting period October-November in the next year
Flower colors
Leaf color green
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