Juniperus communis 'Depressa Aurea' (Golden Depressed Common Juniper)


Botanical Information

FamilyCupressaceae
GenusJuniperus
Speciescommunis
Cultivar'Depressa Aurea'
CategoryWoody
TypeShrub (evergreen)
Pronunciation

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone2 - 9
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canadian Hardiness Zone0a
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness ZoneH3 - H7
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Temperature (°C)-48 - (-1)
Temperature (°F)-50 - 30
Height1.5 m
Spread1.2 m
GrowthSlow

Description and Growing Information

General DescriptionA wide, vase shaped shurb with reddish-brown bark and vibrant gold new foliage which turns a lovely bronze colour in autumn. This spreading shrub should be placed in a visible location where its elegance can be admired.
ShapeDownwards-spreading.
LandscapeMixed borders, containers, ground covers and in rock gardens.
CultivationMoist, well drained soil in full sun to partial shade.
Notable SpecimensThe Gardens of Fanshawe College (Conifer Garden), London, Ontario, Canada.
HabitatHorticultural origin.
Bark/Stem DescriptionReddish-brown in colour.
Leaf DescriptionVibrant gold new foliage which greens and then turns a warm bronze/copper colour in autumn/winter.

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