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Parson's Juniper

Juniperus Chinensis 'Parsonii'

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Overview

The Parson's Juniper (Juniperus chinensis 'Parsonii') is a durable evergreen ground cover known for its dense, low-lying foliage. It spans up to 5-8 feet and stands about 1-2 feet high. With a preference for full sun, it's adaptable to various soils but requires good drainage. Its rich green, needle-like leaves provide year-round interest, making it ideal for erosion control and mass planting in zones 4-9.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, Low, Medium, Very LowZones 10–10Climate Temperate
Parson's Juniper (Juniperus Chinensis 'Parsonii') — The Parson's Juniper (Juniperus chinensis 'Parsonii') is a durable evergreen ground cover known for its
Parson's Juniper (Juniperus Chinensis 'Parsonii') — It spans up to 5-8 feet and stands about 1-2 feet highParson's Juniper (Juniperus Chinensis 'Parsonii') — With a preference for full sun, it's adaptable to various soils but requires good drainageParson's Juniper (Juniperus Chinensis 'Parsonii') — needle-like leaves provide year-round interest

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Extra in Summer, Low, Medium, Very Low
USDA zones
10–10

Shape & size

Mature height
2–3 Ft.
Mature width
4–10 Ft.

Classification

Family
Cupressaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Parson's Juniper (Juniperus Chinensis 'Parsonii') — The Parson's Juniper (Juniperus chinensis 'Parsonii') is a durable evergreen ground cover known for its
Parson's Juniper (Juniperus Chinensis 'Parsonii') — It spans up to 5-8 feet and stands about 1-2 feet high
Parson's Juniper (Juniperus Chinensis 'Parsonii') — With a preference for full sun, it's adaptable to various soils but requires good drainage
Parson's Juniper (Juniperus Chinensis 'Parsonii') — needle-like leaves provide year-round interest

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