A very pretty conifer with spreading branches of silvery-blue foliage. Max Height 60cm. Max Spread 60cm. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Juniperus squamata ‘Blue Spider’
A very pretty conifer with spreading branches of silvery-blue foliage
Category: Conifers
Additional information
Generic | Juniperus |
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Species | squamata |
Varietry | 'Blue Spider' |
Common Name | |
Flower Colour | |
Soil | Fertile |
Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
Foliage | Evergreen |
Height | 60cm |
Family | Cupressaceae |
Spread | 60cm |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Bushy, Dwarf |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | blue |
Flowers From | |
Colour Fruit | |
Fruits When | |
Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
Protection | |
Hardiness | Hardy |
Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
Care | Keep moist in first year, Provide a deep winter mulch |
Border | Border, Rock garden, Scree |
Toxicity | |
Pruning | |
Pruning Time | |
Pests and diseases | Aphids, Scale, Honey fungus |
Maintenance | Mulch, Feed |
Propagation | Stem cuttings |
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