This shrub is ideal planted in groups, in hedges or by house foundations.
Juniperus chinensis 'Saybrook Gold®''
Chinese Juniper
Tips for Homeowners:
Best to plant where it can grow to its full potential without pruning. Important to clean tools before pruning to eliminate potential for insect and disease.
Rate this Plant:
Made for the sun, the golden foliage on this shrub will add color and contrast to neighboring plants in the landscape.
- Holds golden color until fall, then bronze-yellow
- Low, spreading shape
- Easy to grow and durable
Height: 4-6 ft
Spread: 6-8 ft
Zone: 4-9
Interesting Notes about Chinese Juniper:
Junipers are popular evergreen shrubs and trees because there are many different shapes to fit many landscape uses, plus they are very resistant to deer damage. They tolerate heavy clay soils, pollution, and some dry periods once they're established. However they absolutely don't like being in a spot that stays wet. The young foliage is prickly but softens to the touch as it gets older.
Characteristics & Attributes
Attributes:
- Great Foliage
- Evergreen
- Drought Tolerant
- Rock Garden
- Mass Planting
- Low Maintenance
- Specimen
Foliage Color:
- Gold
- Yellow
- Green
Exposure:
- Full Sun
- Partial Sun
Critter Resistance:
- Deer Resistant
Habit:
- Mounding
Season of Interest (Foliage):
- Summer
- Winter
- Fall
Soil Moisture:
- Average Water
- Dry Soil