Chinese juniper typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.
Chinese juniper
Juniperus pfitzeriana 'Old Gold'
Chinese juniper (Juniperus pfitzeriana ‘Old Gold’) is one of the more popular varieties of juniper, native to East Asia. It is a small evergreen shrub with attractive scale-like foliage, silvery-green in color with yellow tints. Its drooping branches form a graceful weeping form that 'Old Gold' is known for. It has small blue-green berries in winter. This low-maintenance plant is easy to grow and can tolerate a wide range of soils and climates. It can grow up to 4 feet tall with a spread of up to 7 feet. Its versatile shape and golden-green foliage makes it an ideal addition to any landscape.
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:
gold,green,yellow
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Low
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Chinese juniper (Juniperus pfitzeriana 'Old Gold') should be watered when the top few inches of soil in the pot feels dry to the touch. A good amount to water would be 3-4 cups of water, enough to moisten the soil to a depth of 6-8 inches. Watering should be done in the morning so the plant has a chance to dry before nightfall. You should avoid over-saturating the soil. So if the soil does not dry out quickly, you should cut back on watering. Chinese junipers prefer moist but not wet soil.
sunlight
Chinese juniper (Juniperus pfitzeriana 'Old Gold') thrives in full sun, meaning 6 or more hours of direct sunlight each day. It prefers a sunny location, however, you should avoid hot, dry spots in the summer, as the juniper may suffer from heat stress. Avoiding overly shaded locations, especially in the winter, is also essential for best growth. When it comes to winter, Chinese juniper can tolerate frost and freezing temperatures, however, it should not be exposed to prolonged cold temperatures.
pruning
Chinese juniper, also known as Juniperus pfitzeriana 'Old Gold', should be pruned 2 times annually. The first pruning should occur in mid-March while the second should occur in late July. During the pruning, overall size should be regulated by heading back new shoots and removing the tops of auxiliary shoots. Additionally, any dead or diseased branches should be removed. Regular pruning helps the plant to maintain its natural shape and preserve its health.
Season
Fall
Winter
Spring
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Oct
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Dec
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May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Starts Flowering
Starts Flowering
Chinese juniper typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.
