Junipers (Juniperus sp.) are evergreen shrubs that are a great addition to any garden. They come in many shades of green from aqua blue to bright citrus yellow.
There are more than 60 species of juniper and of those 13
are native to the United States. One of the most common is the Eastern Red Cedar
(Juniperus virginiana), which is the
plant from which gin is sourced as well as the so-called “cedar” wood that is
used in clothing drawers and wardrobes.
Junipers are tough plants. In general, they are
salt-tolerant, drought-tolerant, and can cope with many soil types. They prefer
to grow in full sun and good drainage. Junipers should not be planted too close
together so they can have good air circulation around them.
They do not respond well to pruning, so plant them in a spot
where they can attain their full size without interference. If you notice an
occasional dead, broken, or diseased branch, cut it back to the trunk and do
not leave a stub sticking out.
Junipers cultivars are widely available and are bred in many
sizes and shapes from wide, round forms to straight, tall specimens. They can
be used in combination with other evergreen and make handsome hedges. They are
good plants for holding in slopes and as a groundcover. Dwarf junipers are
often placed in container combinations as well as used in miniature garden
railways and rock gardens.
Juniper: You Can Grow That!
The video was produced
by Washington Gardener Magazine.
Audio and Text by Kathy Jentz
Video and Editing by Melinda Thompson
The juniper footage was mainly gathered at the U.S. Botanic Garden in
Washington, DC.
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