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Sargent's Juniper

Sargent's Juniper

Juniperus chinensis 'Sargentii'

Item #0824 USDA Hardiness Zone: 5 - 8

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Plant Description

One of the best groundcover type junipers for providing an evergreen effect with very low maintenance. Particularly useful for erosion control in difficult areas. Full sun. Evergreen shrub.

  • Overview
    Light Needs:
    Full sun
    Watering Needs:
    Once established, needs only occasional watering.
    Average Landscape Size:
    Rapid growth to 18 to 24 in. tall, 7 to 9 ft. wide.
    Key Feature:
    Groundcover
    Blooms:
    Conifer; prized for foliage.
    Landscape Uses:
    Coastal Exposure
  • Detail
    Botanical Pronunciation:ju-NIP-er-us chi-NEN-sis
    Plant type:Conifer
    Deciduous/evergreen:Evergreen
    Sunset climate zones:1 - 24
    Growth habit:Spreading
    Growth rate:Fast
    Average landscape size:Rapid growth to 18 to 24 in. tall, 7 to 9 ft. wide.
    Special features:Easy Care, Waterwise
    Foliage color:Green
    Blooms:Conifer; prized for foliage.
  • Care
    Care Information
    Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. As a groundcover, space plants 5 ft. apart, (closer for faster coverage). Control weeds with mulch until the plants cover the area.
    Light Needs:
    Light needs: Full Sun
    Full sun
    Watering Needs:
    Water needs: Low
    Once established, needs only occasional watering.