Species savin juniper
cascading brown branches with dense and vibrant-green foliage

savin juniper

Juniperus sabina 'Broadmoor'

The Savin Juniper is an ornamental evergreen tree with a broad, spreading crown. It grows between 3 and 5 feet in height and width, and its delicate, scale-like foliage provides dense, fragrant cover. Its soft powder-blue foliage is distinctive among other juniper species. Small, round bluish-green fruit form in the summer and contain viable seeds that can be spread to form new groves. This species is popular in landscaping and makes a great choice for borders, foundation planting, rocky areas or land slopes. Savin Juniper is a great choice for those seeking a low maintenance evergreen tree.

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.

Season

Fall
Winter
Spring
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Starts Flowering

Savin juniper typically begins flowering in April.

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