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JUNIPERUS communis 'Compressa'
Commonly known as Common juniper, Noah's ark juniper

Miniature pencil-shaped conifer ideal for rock gardens
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Good to know
Form of the native juniper. -
Pests & Diseases
aphids, scale insects, webber moth caterpillars, twig blight, honey fungus. -
Place of origin
Northern hemisphere. -
EvergreenDark-green, sharply pointed foliage.
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Rockery (inc alpine)
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Suitable for small gardens
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Fully hardy
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Linear
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Height
80cm (32in) -
Spread
45cm (18in) -
Conifer
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Dwarf shrubTypically only grows to a maximum of one or two feet in height but there will be some exceptions.Very slow growing, 2-3cm (¾-1¼in) per year.
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Very hardy
Hardy in the severest continental climates including exposed upland locations in the UK. Plant can withstand temperatures < -20 (-4°F) -
Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Spring Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Winter Seasonal Interest
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Medium to light, fertile, well drained soilIncluding chalky or sandy soils
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Full sun
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Partial shade
Light dappled shade. -
may cause skin allergy
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Mature Size80cm (32in)
45cm (18in)
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Juniperus - Growing Guide
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