Common juniper 'Repanda' (Juniperus communis 'Repanda')

Common juniper 'Repanda'

Also known as: Gound juniper 'Repanda', Mountain 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.

Scientific classification

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Perennial

Lifespan

Shrub

Plant Type

Late spring, Early summer, Mid summer

Bloom Time

Summer

Harvest Time

50 cm

Plant Height

2.5 m

Spread

Winter dormancy

Dormancy

Evergreen

Leaf type

5 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Care Guide for Common juniper 'Repanda'

Every week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

5 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Garden Soil

Soil Type

Water: Immediately after planting, water common juniper 'Repanda' every other day to help it adjust. After one week, reduce frequency as common juniper 'Repanda' tolerates drought and may suffer from overwatering. In hot summers, increase watering to prevent dehydration.

Fertilize: Common juniper 'Repanda' grows slowly and requires minimal fertilizer. Excessive fertilization can lead to weak branches. For optimal growth, use base fertilizer at planting and apply diluted organic fertilizer 2-3 times in spring and 1-2 times in fall.

Pruning: Common juniper 'Repanda' is an evergreen shrub with needle-like foliage. Pruning should occur in early to late winter, focusing on dead branches to maintain health. Avoid heavy pruning to ensure recovery. Clean tools are essential for preventing infection and promoting growth.

Propagation: Common juniper 'Repanda' propagation is best done by cutting during warm months (20-30°C), avoiding winter. Select new, robust branches and cut into 5-15 cm segments with more than 3 buds. Use sharp scissors for a clean cut: top level, bottom oblique, ensuring minimal harm.

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