Juniperus chinensis var. sargentii
Juniperus sargentii, sometimes called Sargent Juniper, is a mat-like shrub that grows prostrate with ascending branchlets to only two feet, making it an excellent choice for groundcover. For spreading, plants should be placed 6 to 8 feet apart. Its juvenile whorled needle-like leaves and mature scale-like blue-green leaves are similar to those of the genus. It is evergreen and fragrant.
| Plant Type | Shrubs |
| Hardiness Zone | 4-9 |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Season of Interest | Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter |
| Height | 8' - 10' (ft) |
| Spread | 6' - 8' (ft), 8' - 10' (ft), 10' - 15' (ft) |
| Spacing | 6' - 12' (ft) |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil PH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Evergreen, Fragrant |
| Tolerance | Deer, Heat, Salt |
| Attracts | Birds, Wildlife |
| Garden Uses | Ground Covers |
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Sargent's Chinese Juniper
Juniperus chinensis var. sargentii
Juniperus sargentii, sometimes called Sargent Juniper, is a mat-like shrub that grows prostrate with ascending branchlets to only two feet, making it an excellent choice for groundcover. For spreading, plants should be placed 6 to 8 feet apart. Its juvenile whorled needle-like leaves and mature scale-like blue-green leaves are similar to those of the genus. It is evergreen and fragrant. |
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