Botanical Name: Juniperus chinensis ‘Alba’
Common Name: Variegated prostrata juniper Type of Plant: conifer: shrub Character evergreen Habit of Growth: Overall Shape flattened sprawling juniper with fairly coarse, heavy branches - dense with patches of creamy white throughout Height 1' - 2' Spread 4' - 5' Growth Rate slow Environment: Exposure outdoors full sun to partial shade Soil prefers a well-drained soil Hardiness hardy (all zones) Morphology: Leaves tiny overlapping scales, forming dense feathery branchlets, patches of creamy white throughout branches Flowers none Fruit none Propagation: semi-hardwood or hardwood cuttings Usage: groundcover or filler in temperate or forest landscapes – works well with other conifers, cotoneasters, rock gardens, oriental landscapes Landscape Care: Watering fairly drought tolerant when established Fertilizing organic or slow-release in fall Pruning none - head back carefully to hide pruning cuts, if needed Pests/Diseases spider mites, twig borers Special Conditions/Other variegated areas burn in hot sun Origin: East Asia Family: Cupressaceae Notes: |
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