shore juniper
Juniperus conferta 'Blue Pacific'
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Cutting,Layering Propagation,Grafting Propagation,Seed Propagation,Division
Hardiness Zone:
6 - 9
Flowers:
Non-flowering Flowers
Sun:
Full sun
Cones:
Yes
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Low
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Thorny:
Yes
Care Level:
Moderate
watering
Shore Juniper (Juniperus conferta 'Blue Pacific') should be watered thoroughly but infrequently. The optimum amount of water for this plant species is about 1 inch of water per week. This can be done in 1 long, deep watering session or via periodic, light waterings. During dry periods, additional water may be needed. It is important that the soil be allowed to dry between waterings to prevent root rot and other diseases.
sunlight
Shore juniper (Juniperus conferta 'Blue Pacific') needs ample sunlight to thrive. This plant should receive at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight per day during spring and summer. For optimal growth, it should have full sun exposure for most of the day during the growing season. In autumn and winter, the plant can do with a bit less sunlight, though it should still receive at least 4 to 6 hours of bright sun exposure. A brighter, more direct exposure is particularly beneficial in winter, since it will help the plant to stay warm.
pruning
Shore juniper (Juniperus conferta 'Blue Pacific') should be pruned once a year, in late winter or early spring. The goal of pruning should be to remove dead and diseased branches, crossing limbs, and overgrown growth. When pruning a Shore juniper, aim to remove no more than 1-third of the total growth. Make sure to use a sharp pruner and make clean cuts close to the trunk or branch. Pruning at this time of the year will help to prevent damage to the new foliage in the upcoming spring season.
