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How to Grow and Care for Common juniper

Common juniper, also known as Ground juniper, Prostrate juniper, Dwarf juniper, Mountain juniper

Common juniper is relatively low maintenance, making it suitable for gardeners looking for an easy-to-care-for species. A key care point for common juniper is ensuring a well-drained soil, as poor drainage can lead to root rot. Additionally, while common juniper is drought-tolerant once established, it does require regular watering during its initial growth period. Adequate sunlight is essential, as common juniper thrives best in full sun, enhancing its growth and foliage quality.

Watering schedule: Every 1-2 weeks

Sunlight Requirements: Full sun

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Planting and Growing Common juniper

Common juniper

Common juniper

Common juniper

Toughness	High
Care Level	Low
Care Difficulty	Easy
Lifespan	Perennial
Watering Schedule	Every 1-2 weeks
Sunlight Requirements	Full sun
Soil Type	Garden Soil
Soil pH	5.5-7.5
Planting Time	Spring, Fall
Hardiness Zones	3-9
Toxicity	Toxic to Humans

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Varieties of Common juniper

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Common juniper 'Repanda'

Common juniper 'Repanda' is an evergreen shrub with a prostrate habit, growing as a low, dense carpet with dark green needle-like leaves that take on a bronze hue in winter. This is a cultivar of the Juniperus communis and was selected in Ireland by M. Prichard, an English nurseryman. Repanda means ‘spread out’ or ‘flattened’. It functions as a great ground cover.

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Common juniper 'Green Carpet'

Common juniper 'Green Carpet' is a slow-growing evergreen shrub with a prostrate habit. It forms a dense carpet of bright green leaves that turn dark green as they mature. It is a cultivar of Juniperus communis, the common juniper, and was named for its resemblance to a green carpet. It makes a great filler in rock gardens and can be grown as a ground cover.

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Common juniper 'Hibernica'

Common juniper 'Hibernica' is an evergreen, dense conifer that grows in an upright, broad columnar shape with erect branches. It offers needle-like, green-gray foliage. It is a cultivar of Juniperus communis and is also called the Irish Juniper. The name comes from the word Hibernia, an ancient name for Ireland. This plant is easy to grow, requiring well-drained soil and full sun.

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