Juniperus virginiana 'Robusta Green' (Robusta Green Eastern Redcedar)


Michael's Opinion

Robusta Green is also referred to as J. chinensis 'Robusta Green' depending on the source. It's a very adaptable juniper and recommended as a hedge for wind breaks or screenings. Produces a large amount of blue berries that attract wildlife.

Botanical Information

Family Cupressaceae
GenusJuniperus
Speciesvirginiana
Cultivar'Robusta Green'
CategoryWoody
TypeShrub (evergreen)
ReferencesConnon Nurseries, Strathroy, Ontario.
OriginHorticultural origin.
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Details

USDA Hardiness Zone4-8
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canadian Hardiness Zone5-7
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Temperature (°C)-29
Temperature (°F)-20
Height15 m
Spread5 m
GrowthSlow
Flowering PeriodMay

Description and Growing Information

General DescriptionHas messy branches, dark green needles and is very dense and good for windbreaks. The abundance of blue berries attacts wildlife.
ID CharacteristicFoliage is dark green, very pyramidal with fruit that is grey/blue and attracts wildlife. Irregular branching and form.
ShapeThe shrub has a very narrow, upright form. Branches can grow very irregular.
LandscapeUsually chosen as a hedge because of its dense braching. Its narrow form makes it an excellent choice for screening or wind breaks in any garden.
PropagationPropagrates easily from cuttings.
CultivationDoes best in full sun, very adaptable to soil types.
PestsFairly tolerant to pests and diseases but is highly susceptible, like most junipers, to Cedar-Apple rust.
HabitatHorticultural origin.
Bark/Stem DescriptionThe bark is course, with a grey-brown tint, not very appealing.
Leaf DescriptionFoilage is normally a dark green but can vary from tints of yellow-bronze to slivery-blue.
Fruit DescriptionSmall, blue-sliver berriers attracts wildlife.
Colour DescriptionFor the most part, it is a lush dark green colour but can vary with tints of yellow or blue. The bark is grey-brown and the seeds resemble slivery-blue berries.
Texture DescriptionMedium.

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