juniper 'Compressa'
Also known as: Noah's ark juniper
A very slow-growing, dense, evergreen, dwarf conifer of columnar habit, with prickly, dark grey-green foliage eventually reaching 80cm in height. Ideal for a rock garden or scree
Scientific classification
- Species
- juniper 'Compressa' (Juniperus communis 'Compressa')
- Genus
- Juniperus
- Family
- Cupressaceae
- Skin allergen, wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling]
- Toxicity
- Shrubs · Conifers
- Plant type
- 0.5-1 metres
- Height
- 0.1-0.5 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 juniper 'Compressa'
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Culture
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Toxicity
Skin allergen, wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling]
Quick identification of juniper 'Compressa'
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juniper 'Compressa' care guide
- Deep occasional watering with excellent drainage, less once established
- Watering
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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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 including dry, chalky or sandy soils in full sun or light dappled shade. See conifer cultivation for further advice
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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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