Chinese juniper

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A variable conifer species forming either a tall, conical or columnar tree to 18m in height or a spreading shrub. Two types of aromatic leaves are usually found on the same tree; juvenile, awl-shaped leaves that are sharply and stiffly pointed and arranged either in threes or pairs and scale-like adult leaves, usually in pairs and closely flattened to the branchlet. Rounded fruits, 5-7mm across, ripen in their second year to a glaucous white

Scientific classification

Species: Chinese juniper (Juniperus chinensis)
Genus: Juniperus
Family: Cupressaceae

Harmful if eaten/skin allergen. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
Toxicity: Conifers
Plant type: Higher than 12 metres
Height: 4-8 metres
Spread: Evergreen
Foliage: Columnar upright · Bushy
Habit: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
Season of interest: Full sun · Partial shade
Sunlight: 15 – 25 °C
Ideal temperature