Juniperus Stricta

Juniperus communis 'Stricta' (commonly called also juniper stricta) is a decorative conifer highly appreciated for its shape narrow columnar and low maintenance, suitable for both private gardens and public spaces.

Main features

• Port: columnar, compact, with vertical growth

• Dimensions at maturity: 2–4 m high, 0.6–1 m wide

• Foliage: stiff, blue-green needles, persistent all year

• Growth: slow to moderate

• Longevity: very good

Planting conditions

• Exposure: full sun (for optimal color and shape)

• Soil: well drained; tolerates poor, sandy or stony soils

• pH: weak acid - neutral

• Resistance: very resistant to frost, drought and wind

Maintenance

• Watering: moderate; after catching, it tolerates periods of drought well

• Cuts: minimal, correction only, spring

• Diseases and pests: good resistance; avoid excess moisture

Use in landscaping

• plantings solitary as a vertical accent

• alignments and narrow hedges

• gardens modern, minimalist or natural type

• also suitable for large containers