shore juniper
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A dense, low-growing, spreading evergreen conifer with prickly, bright green foliage. Ideal for ground cover or in pots, troughs and containers
Scientific classification
- Species
- shore juniper (Juniperus rigida subsp. conferta)
- Genus
- Juniperus
- Family
- Cupressaceae
- Harmful if eaten/skin allergen. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
- Toxicity
- Conifers · Shrubs
- Plant type
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Height
- 2.5-4 metres
- Spread
- Evergreen
- Foliage
- Bushy
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
- Season of interest
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of shore juniper
Distribution map
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Culture
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Toxicity
Harmful if eaten/skin allergen. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
Quick identification of shore juniper
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shore juniper care guide
- Minimal watering once rooted, allow full soil dryness between irrigation
- Watering
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Minimal watering once rooted, allow full soil dryness between irrigation
Fertilizing
FertilizingLow-strength conifer feed applied once annually in early spring time
Pruning
PruningNo pruning required
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by semi-hardwood cuttings
Growing
GrowingGrow in any well-drained soil. Useful in hot sunny sites. Good ground cover
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
May be susceptible to phytophthora, canker and honey fungus. See also Conifers: brown patches
Pests
May be susceptible to aphids, juniper scale and caterpillars
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