Botanical Name: Juniperus horizontalis ‘Bar Harbor’
Common Name: Bar Harbor juniper Type of Plant: conifer: shrub Habit of Growth: Overall Shape low, spreading juniper with a carpet-like effect of flexible, blue- green branches which turn a purple color in fall or winter Height to 1' Spread to 15' Growth Rate moderate Environment: Exposure outdoors full sun Soil tolerant of all but waterlogged soils Hardiness hardy – all Zones Morphology: Leaves scales densely set on pliable branches; branchlets point upward away from main branches; foliage turns purple-mauve in winter Flowers none Fruit 1/4" glaucous cones-- rare Propagation: hardwood cuttings in winter Usage: groundcover intemperate climate landscapes; used for color and form -- it makes an excellent addition to Oriental and forest-style landscapes Landscape Care: Watering takes average watering – do not allow to become waterlogged; prefers good drainage and occasional deep watering Fertilizing slow-release at planting only Pruning head back to keep controlled, force denser growth Pests/Diseases juniper blight, twig borer, spider mites Special Conditions/Other foliage may thin out in hot climates; head back to correct Origin: Alaska through Northern Canada into Northeastern United States Family: Cupressaceae Notes: |
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