Conifer, Tree

Juniperus chinensis ‘Stricta’

Chinese Juniper 'Stricta'
Low Maintenance Hardiness H6

Narrow pyramidal growth and dense blue-green foliage give Juniperus chinensis ‘Stricta’ a strong vertical shape for rockeries, entrances and mixed conifer borders. This slow-growing evergreen remains relatively compact but needs full sun or light shade and soil with reliable drainage.
SKU: JUNI-63-Y
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Size
Max Height
2.5 m — 4.0 m
Max Spread
0.5 m — 1.0 m
Growth Habit
Tall, narrow growth habit with strongly vertical main stems.
Planting Position
Sunlight Indicates how much direct sunlight the plant needs each day. Full sun means 6+ hours, part shade is filtered or morning sun, and full shade is little to no direct sun.
Full Sun Part Shade
Aspect Aspect refers to the direction the planting spot faces (north, south, east or west). It affects light levels, warmth and exposure.
North South East West
Exposure Exposure describes how sheltered or exposed a plant’s position is, particularly to wind and weather.
Exposed / Sheltered
Hardiness Hardiness indicates how well a plant tolerates cold conditions outdoors. Higher ratings generally mean greater frost tolerance.
(−20 to −15 °C) Very cold-hardy
Ideal Soil Conditions
Soil Type Soil type describes the texture of the soil (clay, sand, loam, chalk). This affects drainage, nutrients and how roots grow.
Chalk Clay Loam Sand
Soil Moisture Soil moisture tells you how wet or dry the soil should be for best growth. Match this to your garden conditions for healthier plants.
Free draining
Soil pH Soil pH measures how acidic or alkaline the soil is. It affects nutrient availability and can impact plant growth.
Acid Alkaline Neutral
Plant Uses & Merits
Uses
  • Architectural
Merits
  • Drought Resistant
  • No pruning required
  • Low Maintenance

Juniperus chinensis ‘Stricta’ Description

Juniperus chinensis ‘Stricta’ is a compact, upright Chinese juniper forming a dense conical to narrowly pyramidal evergreen shrub. The foliage is blue-green to grey-green and often includes prickly juvenile needles, giving the plant a fine textured appearance. Mature specimens generally reach around 2 to 3 metres high while remaining relatively narrow, making them useful where vertical structure is required without a broad spread. Grow in full sun or partial shade in almost any soil that drains freely. It is very hardy and tolerates exposed conditions once established, but prolonged winter waterlogging can cause root decline. Little pruning is required because the natural outline is neat. Remove only damaged shoots or occasional branches that spoil the symmetrical form.

Planting Guide for Juniperus chinensis ‘Stricta’

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Care guide for Juniperus chinensis ‘Stricta’

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