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Juniperus squamata

Family Cupressaceae
Plant Type conifer
Zone USDA:   4a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level
Height 0.3 - 9 m (1 - 30 ft)
Spread 0.9 - 7.5 m (3 - 25 ft)
Light full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description This plant is rounded in form and has showy, matte, medium textured and evergreen foliage that is greyish aquamarine and greyish green in colour. The bark is showy and exfoliating in texture.
Typical Uses Edging, ground cover, hedge and topiary.
Special Characteristics It is worthy to note that Juniperus squamata tolerates drought and salt.
Cautions Juniperus squamata has thorns and you may wish to wear gloves when handling. Position this plant to be less accessible to avoid injury to children or pets.