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- Upright Juniper: Iowa
Upright Juniper: Iowa
The Basics
This is a slow-growing evergreen shrub with a formal appearance, with its narrow, columnar form and outstanding gray-green foliage. It grows to 15 feet tall and 10 feet wide at maturity. Its growth remains dense as it matures. Silvery-blue, waxy berries are highly decorative.
The Needs
Amount of Sunlight: Full Sun to Part Shade
Amount of Water: Water regularly
Soil Conditions: Well drained alkaline/sandy soil
Cold Hardiness Zone: 3-9
The Care
This low-maintenance, upright evergreen needs a regular water schedule to ensure the growth of a mature root system. After the mature root system is established, watering is needed occasionally, except during a drought, watering is needed regularly. Shear annually to maintain desired shape. Pruning is not required.