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Juniperus chinensis 'Old Gold'-Compact Evergreen-Vibrant Golden Foliage 3 Gallon

Juniperus chinensis 'Old Gold'-Compact Evergreen-Vibrant Golden Foliage 3 Gallon

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Juniperus chinensis 'Old Gold'

Juniperus chinensis 'Old Gold'

Description

Juniperus chinensis 'Old Gold' is a compact, evergreen shrub known for its striking golden-yellow foliage. This cultivar is prized for its vibrant color and low maintenance requirements, making it a popular choice for gardeners seeking year-round interest in their landscapes.

Suggested Uses

Ideal for use as a ground cover, in rock gardens, or as a specimen plant. Its bright foliage provides excellent contrast in mixed borders and is well-suited for erosion control on slopes.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Botanical Name: Juniperus chinensis 'Old Gold'
  • Common Name Common Name: Old Gold' Juniper
  • Size & Growth Size & Growth: 2-3 feet tall, 4-5 feet wide
  • Hardiness Zones Hardiness Zones: 4-9
  • Foliage Type Foliage Type: Evergreen
  • Bloom Time Bloom Time: Non-flowering
  • Growth Rate Growth Rate: Slow to moderate
  • Light Requirements Light Requirements: Full sun
  • Attracts Pollinators Attracts Pollinators: No
  • Indoor Friendly Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly Container Friendly: Yes
  • Deer Resistant Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning Pet Warning: Non-toxic
  • Fragrant Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower Cut Flower: No
  • Grows Well With Grows Well With: Other conifers, ornamental grasses

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil, ensuring the root ball is level with the ground.
  • Soil Moisture Soil Moisture: Allow soil to dry between waterings
  • Soil Type Soil Type: Prefers sandy, well-drained soil
  • Humidity Humidity: Tolerant of dry conditions
  • Pruning Instructions Pruning Instructions: Prune to shape in early spring if necessary
  • Winter Care Winter Care: Mulch to protect roots in colder climates
  • Planting Depth Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as in the nursery container
  • Fertilization Fertilization: Fertilize in spring with a balanced fertilizer
  • Special Care Special Care: Avoid overwatering to prevent root rot
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