Juniperus sabina 'Tamariscifolia'

 

  Tamarix Juniper or Tam Juniper

  Family: Cupressaceae

  Origin: Southern Europe

Hardiness: USDA Zones 7 to 10; hardy below zero degrees
Growth: Moderate rate of growth to 2'-4' by 10'-20'
Form: A large, spreading mat with upward curving branch tips
Leaves: Tiny, dark green, scale-like
Flowers and Fruit: Inconspicuous; produces abundant pollen
Exposure: Full sun or light shade
Water: Low to moderate; drought tolerant when established
Soil: Prefers well drained soil; root rot if soil is too wet
Fertilizer: None needed
Prune: Thin and head back to shape; do not shear
Problems: Mites and aphids possible; twig borer

Most popular Juniper. Can be boring if it's overused in a landscape. Be sure to include plants for color too. Can be used in beds and for a large-scale ground cover. Give it enough space when planting it near walkways so that you don't have to shear the edges. Brown tips, indicating twig borer, should be removed.

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