Chinese juniper
Juniperus chinensis 'Blue Alps'
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Average
Hardiness Zone:
4 - 9
Flowers:
Non-flowering Flowers
Sun:
Full sun
Cones:
Yes
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
silver
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Low
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
watering
Water Chinese junipers during dry periods, usually every 2 weeks. They prefer to stay on the dry side, and too much watering can lead to root rot. During warm, sunny temperatures, they may need water more often. During cooler, rainier weather, they may not need any supplemental watering. If you do water, provide deep, slow soakings so that the water can reach the roots. If the ground is frozen, it's best to wait until the plant is actively growing again in the Spring.
sunlight
Chinese juniper (Juniperus chinensis 'Blue Alps') prefer full sun to partial shade, with at least 6 hours of direct sunlight each day for ideal growth and health. Generally, when growing in container gardens, it is a good idea to move the plant to a sunny location in the spring and summer months. In winter, the plant may benefit from a few hours of indirect sunlight each day.
pruning
Chinese juniper (Juniperus chinensis 'Blue Alps') should generally be pruned in late winter or early spring before new growth begins. Pruning should be light with an emphasis on removing dead, weak, or crossing branches. No hard pruning should be done, as this will retard vigorous growth. When pruning, remove no more than 1-third of the plant. This helps to maintain the natural shape of the plant and encourages healthy growth for the following season.
