Shimpaku Juniper

Shimpaku Juniper

Juniperus chinensis 'Shimpaku'

A compact drought-tolerant deer-resistant juniper with dense evergreen foliage, suited to borders, rock gardens, and low-maintenance landscapes.

  • Dwarf, irregular, vase-shaped growth habit
  • Scale-like gray-green to dull dark green needles are soft to the touch
  • Develops an attractive flaking bark with age
  • Great for rock gardens, bonsai, or topiary
Size
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Plant Characteristics

Sunlight
Full sun, Partial shade
Soil Moisture
Dry, Average, Well-drained
Drought Tolerant
✓
Hardiness Zone
3 – 3
Mature Height (meters)
0.3 – 0.8
Mature Spread (meters)
0.5 – 1.5
Growth Rate
Slow
Foliage Colour
Green
Habit
Compact
Deer Resistant
✓
Rabbit Resistant
✓
Attracts Birds
✓
Landscape Uses
Foundation, Container, Rock garden, Accent
Growing & Maintenance Tips
Shimpaku Juniper is best grown in an average to rich, slightly acidic, well-drained soil. Thrives in full sun or partial shade.
Notes
Also referred to as Chinese Juniper.

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