Illustrative photo.
Juniperus virginiana 'GREY OWL' pencil cedar
size/type
medium-sized shrub,medium-sized shrub
usual height
0,5-1,5m
usual width
0,5-1,5m
leaves
evergreen conifer
colour of leaves
flowers
insignificant or non-blooming
location
full to partial sun
USDA zone (lowest)
3 (down to -40°C)
winter protection
for zone 5+6
for zone 7
categorized
Description of the plant:
Junipers are popular, evergreen conifers that are 100% maintenance-free plants that will grow almost anywhere. There are plentiful of varieties, each of which is suitable for a slightly different use.
Grey Owl is a slow-growing variety with irregular, slightly twisted branches and silvery-blue foliage. Shrubs are usually same width as height. Or they can be trained into a small tree with light grey bark.
Growing conditions and care
Grow juniper in any soil, including chalky, that is not boggy. It will tolerate drought. Fully hardy to -40°C (USDA zone 3).
Last update 19-02-2009.
