California Juniper

Juniperus Californica

Overview

Juniperus californica, or California Juniper, is a drought-tolerant native evergreen. It typically grows to 10-15 ft with a spread of 10-15 ft, showcasing dense blue-green foliage and reddish-brown bark. It bears berry-like cones attractive to wildlife. Ideal for xeriscaping, it tolerates poor soils and hot conditions. Plant in full sun and provide minimal water once established for a resilient, low-maintenance addition to landscapes. USDA zones 8-11.

Sun Full, HalfWater Low, Very LowZones 3–11Type Conifer, Shrub, TreeClimate Alpine, Temperate

$California Juniper (Juniperus Californica) — showcasing dense blue-green foliage and reddish-brown bark; the plant\'s irregular growth habit and attractive$

California Juniper (Juniperus Californica) — is an evergreen shrub native to the arid regions of the American Southwest; it bears berry-like cones attractive

California Juniper (Juniperus Californica) — It typically grows to 10-15 ft with a spread of 10-15 ft

California Juniper (Juniperus Californica) — Ideal for xeriscaping, it tolerates poor soils and hot conditions; it bears berry-like cones attractive to wildlife

California Juniper (Juniperus Californica) — These berries are a critical food source for local wildlife such as birds and small mammals

$California Juniper (Juniperus Californica) — low-maintenance addition to landscapes; the plant\'s irregular growth habit and attractive$

California Juniper (Juniperus Californica) — When planning your garden

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Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Low, Very Low
USDA zones: 3–11

Shape & size

Classification

Type: Conifer, Shrub, Tree
Family: Cupressaceae
Climate: Alpine, Temperate

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$California Juniper (Juniperus Californica) — showcasing dense blue-green foliage and reddish-brown bark; the plant\'s irregular growth habit and attractive$

$California Juniper (Juniperus Californica) — low-maintenance addition to landscapes; the plant\'s irregular growth habit and attractive$

California Juniper (Juniperus Californica) — Plant in full sun and provide minimal water once established for a resilient; a well-suited addition to xeriscapes

California Juniper (Juniperus Californica) — adds a unique texture and offers year-round visual interest

California Juniper (Juniperus Californica) — It bears berry-like cones attractive to wildlife

$California Juniper (Juniperus Californica) — The plant\'s irregular growth habit and attractive$

California Juniper (Juniperus Californica) — lightly peeling reddish-brown bark enhance its naturalistic appeal.<br><br>Adapted to USDA Zones 8 to 11

California Juniper (Juniperus Californica) — californica reaches a mature height and spread of about 10 to 15 feet; a well-suited addition to xeriscapes and

California Juniper (Juniperus Californica) — Juniperus californica, or California Juniper, is a drought-tolerant native evergreen; it bears berry-like cones

California Juniper (Juniperus Californica) — is an evergreen shrub native to the arid regions of the American Southwest

California Juniper (Juniperus Californica) — making it a practical choice for sustainable landscaping.<br><br>Typically; it bears berry-like cones attractive

California Juniper (Juniperus Californica) — making it a practical choice for sustainable landscaping.<br><br>Typically

$California Juniper (Juniperus Californica) — A well-suited addition to xeriscapes and native plant gardens; the plant\'s irregular growth habit and attractive$

California Juniper (Juniperus Californica) — or "juniper berries," which mature to a silvery-blue hue

$California Juniper (Juniperus Californica) — although it may stretch taller in optimal conditions; the plant\'s irregular growth habit and attractive$