Common Juniper. A slow-growing narrow conifer with sharply pointed, green leaves. Max Height 80cm. Max Spread 45cm. Full sun. Hardy. Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser.
Juniperus communis ‘Compressa’
A slow-growing narrow conifer with sharply pointed, green leaves.
Additional information
| Generic | Juniperus |
|---|---|
| Species | communis |
| Varietry | 'Compressa' |
| Common Name | Common Juniper |
| Flower Colour | |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 80cm |
| Family | Cupressaceae |
| Spread | 45cm |
| Growth Speed | Slow |
| Growth Habit | Dwarf |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Rock garden, Specimen |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
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