savin juniper
Juniperus sabina 'Broadmoor'
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Cutting,Layering Propagation,Grafting Propagation,Seed Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
3 - 7
Flowers:
Non-flowering Flowers
Sun:
Full sun
Cones:
Yes
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Low
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Thorny:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Savin juniper should be watered deeply once a week to promote healthy growth. During the summer, you may need to water twice a week if the soil is particularly dry. You should water around the base of the plant until water begins to pool on the surface of the soil, then stop. Make sure to water until the soil is completely saturated and allow the soil to dry out between waterings. In winter, reduce watering as the plant will go dormant.
sunlight
Savin Juniper (Juniperus sabina 'Broadmoor') needs full sun to partial sun exposure for optimal health. When planted in the correct position, it can tolerate both mild sun and shade, but will not thrive if kept in deep shade for long periods of time. The savin juniper is an evergreen shrub that requires at least 4 to 6 hours of direct sunlight each day. It performs best in the afternoon and early evening when the sun is not so intense. It is also best to avoid planting the savin juniper in areas of hot, reflected sunlight.
pruning
Savin juniper (Juniperus sabina 'Broadmoor'), also known as tamarisk juniper, should be pruned once a year in early spring before new growth begins. It is best to prune when the plant is still dormant. In general, the plant should be pruned only when necessary. Remove broken, dead, or diseased branches, as well as any crossing branches that can restrict air circulation. To thin the plant, selectively remove branches from the center and sides. Do not remove more than 1-third of the total number of branches and never prune below the leading growth.
