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Juniperis chinensis 'EXPANSA VARIEGATA' Chinese juniper
size/type
low or groundcovering,low or groundcovering
usual height
0,3-0,6m
usual width
1,5-3m
leaves
evergreen conifer
colour of leaves
flowers
insignificant or non-blooming
location
full to partial sun
USDA zone (lowest)
5 (down to -29°C)
winter protection
for zone 5+6
for zone 7
categorized
Description of the plant:
Expansa Variegata is a prostrate form of Chinese juniper. It is a low growing, evergreen shrub with majority of scale-like, grey-green needles, and occasional sprays of solid creamy yellow branches with add interest. It is deal as undergrowth for mid-sized trees or shrubs, and for large rockeries.
Growing conditions and care
It grows moderately, forming a mounding carpet that is only about 0.5m tall but up to 3m wide in maturity (approx. 30-40 years). Chinese juniper likes full sun or some shade but will not thrive in deep shade. The soil should be well-drained, preferably calcareous and equally moist throughout the year – it does not like drought. There mulching is recommended. Hardy to about -30°C (USDA zone 5).
Last update 14-01-2013
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