Juniperus scopulorum 'Pathfinder'
Overall Description
This
juniper has a very narrow, conical growth habit. Very intense silvery
blue foliage - every bit as colorful as Skyrocket, or Moonglow. Very beautiful when used in
a row, or tall border. Also great to use for landscaping up against
walls of buildings, or along fences. Full sun to part shade - with best
color being in 3/4 to full sun. Does especially well in midwestern & Rocky Mountain regions, as it can sometimes have trouble dealing with high heat & humidity, and high night temps of the southeastern U.S.
Plant Facts & Specifications
Mature Height: 12-15 ft
Mature Width: 4-6 ft
Growth rate: Moderate to fast ( 6"-10" avg per yr )
Hardiness Zones: 4-8 ( if unsure of your zone, please use zone finder below )
Sun Exposure: Full
sun preferred, but will tolerate some partial shade as well. Growth rate & foliage density will
suffer slightly in shadier spots.
Soil Preference: Average
to slightly acidic & sandy - well drained. Mulching recommended. Adequate soil drainage is a MUST with this variety - will do poorly in heavy clay soils, or soils with poor drainage.
Foliage Color & Texture: Nice bright silvery foliage is displayed in flattened sprays of this juniper variety. Color is retained throughout the year, although darkens just a bit throughout the winter months, especially in very cold climates.
Flower, Cone, Or Berry Facts: None to mention
Diseases / Insects: Phomopsis blight, canker, and Cedar Apple Rust have all been spotted on this variety....as is the case with most any J. scopulorum varieties. Regular yearly inspections are recommended to monitor any possible problems. The occurrence of both Phomopsis, and canker can be more prevalent if conditions are overly moist / wet.
Fertilization / Feeding: Either
water soluble ( Miracle Gro, or equivalent ), or granular ( Holly Tone
is excellent ). Other granular types with 6-12-12, or 10-10-10 ratio is
acceptable. Best to fertilize in early spring, and again in mid fall -
avoid feeding during hot summer months, and directly after
transplanting.
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