| Description | Juniperus pingii 'Prostrata'
Grows well in many soil types, preferably well-drained and planted in full sun.
- Colour changes in winter
- Thick groundcover
- Frost tolerant
8"/20cm pot - Staked | Cupressus macrocarpa
Monterey Cypress or Western District Cypress a large evergreen tree conifer which lives long and grows large in perfect conditions. Native to coastal California, it suits coastal conditions and has the unique tendancy to be "sculptured" by the wind over time as it grows.
The foliage grows in dense sprays, bright green in color. The leaves are scale-like and produced on rounded shoots. Makes a good windbreak in coastal areas. | |
| Content | Juniperus pingii 'Prostrata'
Also known as Juniperus squamata prostrata or Himalayan Conifer.
A dense, groundcover conifer with thick branches and foliage. Fantastic way of repelling weeds if used as a groundcover. Ideal for mass planting, and the most popular variety for Bonsai. | | |
| Additional information |
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| botanical name |
Cupressus macrocarpa
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| height x width |
10m x 5m
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| planting distance |
For hedge or screen: 2-2.5 metres
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| features |
Thin green scented foliage, fast growing, bushy, can be trimmed, evergreen
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| conditions |
Full sun to part shade, well-drained soil, mulch around base, free of grass and weeds around the base, wind, salt and frost tolerant
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| landscape use |
Hedges, screens, windbreaks, shade and topiary
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