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
Additional information
| Generic | Juniperus |
|---|---|
| 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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