Juniperus chinensis 'Sea Green'
Overall Description
This
plant
has a compact, spreading growth habit. It's foliage is dark mint
green (darkens in winter) with fountain-like arching branches. Good to
use as a medium sized evergreen screen / hedge, or also works very well
as a foreground planting for landscape beds in front of, and around
buildings. Holds a good green
color even through winter with little to no bronzing at all. Very
attractive plant as it matures. Many times this plant is also referred
to as 'Mint Julep' Juniper as well.
Plant Facts & Specifications
Mature Height: 4-6 ft
Mature Width: 6-8 ft
Growth rate: Moderate ( 4"-8" avg per yr )
Hardiness Zones: 4-9 ( 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, and foliage
density will both suffer when planted in shady locations.
Soil Preference: Average
to
slightly acidic & sandy - well drained. Mulching strongly recommended.
Foliage Color & Texture: Foliage
color
is very dark green all year round - no winter discoloration noticed
here in East TN. Texture is fairly typical for J. chinensis varieties -
not quite as needle like, or prickly as the vast majority are though.
Slightly softer feel to the foliage.
Flower, Cone, Or Berry Facts: Berry like cones have been observed on some older, more mature specimens.
Diseases / Insects:
Rather trouble free juniper variety - however, Phomopsis & Kabatina
blights have been observed on specimens, especially if kept in
conditions with too much moisture or inadequate soil drainage.
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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