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Juniperus, Flaky Juniper, Himalayan Juniper, Single-Seed Juniper 'Blue Star'

Juniperussquamata

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Family

Cupressaceae (koo-press-AY-see-ee)

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Genus

Juniperus (jew-NIP-er-us)

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Species

squamata (SKWA-ma-tuh)

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Synonym

Sun Exposure

Sun to Partial Shade

Foliage

Grown for foliage

Evergreen

Provides Winter Interest

Shiny/Glossy

Height

12-18 in. (30-45 cm)

18-24 in. (45-60 cm)

Spacing

18-24 in. (45-60 cm)

Hardiness

USDA Zone 4a: to -34.4 °C (-30 °F)

USDA Zone 4b: to -31.6 °C (-25 °F)

USDA Zone 5a: to -28.8 °C (-20 °F)

USDA Zone 5b: to -26.1 °C (-15 °F)

USDA Zone 6a: to -23.3 °C (-10 °F)

USDA Zone 6b: to -20.5 °C (-5 °F)

USDA Zone 7a: to -17.7 °C (0 °F)

USDA Zone 7b: to -14.9 °C (5 °F)

USDA Zone 8a: to -12.2 °C (10 °F)

USDA Zone 8b: to -9.4 °C (15 °F)

Danger

Handling plant may cause skin irritation or allergic reaction

Plant has spines or sharp edges; use extreme caution when handling

Bloom Color

Inconspicuous/none

Bloom Time

N/A

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JenniferE

Lebanon, PA (Zone 6a) | June 2006 | positive

A very nice low evergreen shrub. No trimming required, which is always nice.

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