golden Chinese juniper
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A fairly slow-growing, small evergreen tree of narrowly conical habit. Foliage golden-yellow, mostly adult scale-leaves with some juvenile needle leaves. Male cones small, yellow, often abundant
Scientific classification
- Species
- golden Chinese juniper (Juniperus chinensis 'Aurea')
- Genus
- Juniperus
- Family
- Cupressaceae
- Harmful if eaten/skin allergen. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
- Toxicity
- Conifers · Trees
- Plant type
- 8-12 metres
- Height
- 2.5-4 metres
- Spread
- Evergreen
- Foliage
- Columnar upright
- 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 golden Chinese 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 golden Chinese juniper
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golden Chinese juniper care guide
- Deep occasional watering with excellent drainage, less once established
- Watering
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Deep occasional watering with excellent drainage, less once established
Fertilizing
FertilizingLight conifer feed once yearly in early spring only
Pruning
PruningNo pruning required
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by semi-hardwood cuttings
Growing
GrowingGrow in any well-drained soil. Junipers need little if any pruning. Useful in hot sunny sites
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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, scale insects, conifer red spider mite and caterpillars
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