Juniperus pfitzeriana 'Mint Julep' typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.
Chinese juniper
Juniperus pfitzeriana 'Mint Julep'
The Chinese Juniper, also known as Juniperus pfitzeriana 'Mint Julep', is a small evergreen conifer which is adored its intense blue-gray foliage. The foliage of the plant stays intact throughout the year, providing a beautiful look all year-round. This juniper is a great, low-maintenance hedge or foundation planting for a garden or yard as it produces no fruit and is deer-resistant. The plant shows off its best features in full sun, but is also able to tolerate moderate shade. Reaching a height of 6-10 feet and a width of 4-7 feet, the Chinese Juniper is perfect for accentuating any yard.
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Cutting,Layering Propagation,Grafting Propagation,Air Layering Propagation,Division
Hardiness Zone:
4 - 9
Flowers:
Non-flowering Flowers
Sun:
Full sun
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Low
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Chinese juniper (Juniperus pfitzeriana 'Mint Julep') needs to be watered on a regular basis. During the summer, the plant should be watered about once a week, ensuring that the soil is completely moistened. During colder seasons, water the plant about every 2–3 weeks. Additionally, you should check the soil every few days to make sure it is not too wet or too dry. Lastly, the juniper should be misted regularly during times of drought.
sunlight
Chinese juniper will do best in bright, indirect light, with at least 4-6 hours of direct sunlight per day, ideally during the early morning or late afternoon. The best angles for direct sunlight on Chinese juniper are south or southwest facing because this type of evergreen likes consistent and gentle sun exposure. However, too much direct sunlight on Chinese juniper may cause sunburn and dehydration, so be sure to keep an eye out for any negative symptoms.
pruning
Chinese junipers (Juniperus pfitzeriana 'Mint Julep') should be pruned in late winter or early spring before any new growth begins. Prune away any dead or unhealthy branches first. Then, using pruning shears, remove any branches or shoots that are growing out from the center or have crossed over other branches. Make sure to keep the natural shape of the shrub when pruning, aiming for a rounded or conical shape. Lastly, trim back the top to maintain size and shape. Pruning should be done annually to keep the shrub neat and attractive.
Season
Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Starts Flowering
Starts Flowering
Juniperus pfitzeriana 'Mint Julep' typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.
