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JUNIPERUS communis 'Compressa'

Commonly known as Common juniper, Noah's ark juniper

Miniature pencil-shaped conifer ideal for rock gardens
Further Reading....
  • Evergreen
    Dark-green, sharply pointed foliage.
  • Height
    80cm (32in)
  • Spread
    45cm (18in)
  • Conifer
  • Dwarf shrub
    Typically 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.
  • Very hardy
    Hardy in the severest continental climates including exposed upland locations in the UK. Plant can withstand temperatures < -20 (-4°F)
  • Full sun
  • Partial shade
    Light dappled shade.

JUNIPERUS communis 'Compressa'

 
Gift Wrapping available on this plant - UK Delivery Only
£15.00 each 
MULTIBUY SAVING

Any 3+ £13.00 each
Collect only available from our nursery nr Redruth in Cornwall Ready in 3 - 5 days
Delivery Information Normally 3 - 5 days
plant size comparison icon 2 to 3 Litre
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  • Additional Features
    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.
  • Garden Location/Conditions
    Rockery (inc alpine)
    Suitable for small gardens
  • Hardiness
    Fully hardy
  • Leaf shape
    Linear
    		(see photos above)
  • Seasonal Interest
    Autumn
    Spring
    Summer
    Winter
  • Soil Conditions
    Medium to light, fertile, well drained soil
    Including chalky or sandy soils
  • Toxic - Category C
    May cause skin allergy
    People
Juniperus - Growing Guide
80cm (32in)
 Dwarf Shrub - guide for size not form Watering Can
  45cm (18in)
  

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