savin juniper
Juniperus sabina 'Skandia'
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,gray,gray
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Low
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Thorny:
Yes
watering
Savin juniper (Juniperus sabina ‘Skandia') is a hardy evergreen shrub that does not require a lot of water. It should be watered after the soil has had a chance to dry out. Generally, this species should be watered about every 3 weeks during the growing season and less during winter months when it is dormant. Water deeply—to the point of saturation—until the top few inches of soil is moist. Avoid overwatering, as this can lead to root rot and other problems.
sunlight
Savin juniper (Juniperus sabina 'Skandia') does best if given full, direct sunlight. It should be exposed to at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight each day in order to thrive. If grown indoors, it should be placed near a south- or west-facing window to receive the maximum amount of direct sunlight. In addition, it will benefit from exposure to indirect light throughout the day, with dark periods at night.
pruning
When to Prune: Savin Juniper (Juniperus sabina 'Skandia') should be pruned in early spring, after the last frost. How Much to Prune: Savin Juniper is best pruned moderately to maintain a natural shape and encourage healthy growth. Remove any dead, damaged, or crossed branches and selectively prune to maintain desired shape. Prune back to an outward facing bud for best results. Avoid pruning more than ⅓ of the plant as this will seriously hamper healthy growth.
