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Juniperus procumbens Nana

Juniperus procumbens Nana
Creeping Juniper

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Received quickly and the young plant seems to be a sturdy perennial. We'll see if it takes root later.

Elisabeth Orsini, 15/05/2016

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This slow-growing conifer is an excellent ground cover, ideal for a large slope or rockery. It creates a carpet of long spiny branches adapting to the contours of the ground. The foliage is very dense and starts as a fresh apple green, then turns bluish. Perfectly adapted to challenging conditions, it thrives in full sun in well-drained soil, even if occasionally dry and limestone. 
Height at maturity
30 cm
Spread at maturity
1.50 m
Exposure
Sun, Partial shade
Hardiness
Hardy down to -29°C
Soil moisture
Dry soil, Moist soil
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Best planting time February to March, October to November
Recommended planting time February to June, September to November
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Description

Juniperus procumbens 'Nana' is the dwarf form of the Japanese creeping juniper Juniperus procumbens. Over time, it forms a prostrate carpet with long thorny branches that follow the contours of the ground. It is adorned with dense foliage that does not brown, starting as a very fresh apple green in spring, then turning bluish, sometimes becoming blue-violet in winter. This slow-growing conifer is extremely hardy and perfectly adapted to difficult conditions. It is an excellent ground cover, ideal for decorating a large slope or rockery. It thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, even poor, occasionally dry and chalky soil.

 

 

Juniperus procumbens is an evergreen and thorny conifer belonging to the Cupressaceae family, which includes similar species such as cypresses and chamaecyparis. It is native to southern Japan and sometimes considered a variety of Juniperus chinensis. In its natural environment, it has a spreading and prostrate habit, reaching a height of 50 cm (19.7 in) and a spread of 2 m to 4 m (6.6 ft to 13.1 ft). This species prefers well-drained, poor, sandy and/or chalky soils and is drought-tolerant.

The 'Nana' creeping juniper forms a prostrate carpet with a very spreading habit, measuring 30 cm (11.8 in) in height and a spread of 1 m to 1.2 m (3.3 ft to 3.9 ft). It grows very slowly when young, then its growth accelerates slightly with age. Its horizontal branches tend to interweave and form an impenetrable carpet. Its foliage consists of juvenile leaves, which are quite wide needles. Its small, tightly packed leaves release a resinous and aromatic scent when rubbed. In spring, the foliage has a light green colour (due to the young shoots), then turns bluish, sometimes taking on blue-violet hues in winter due to the cold. Fruits rarely appear in cultivation, only on female plants. They are scaly berries called cones; they are brown-black and covered with a bluish bloom. Junipers have a shallow root system that makes them vulnerable to strong winds and difficult to plant with perennials.

 

The 'Nana' creeping juniper is an extraordinary conifer. It is very undemanding and easily conquers space in the most challenging areas of the garden as long as they are sunny. Plant it on a large slope, among rocks, above a wall, or near a pool, as it blends well with geometric lines and masonry structures. It is easily grown in pots and adapts well to the art of bonsai. It can also be planted near a water feature, cascading down a rocky slope. The structural qualities of conifers naturally shine in a contemporary garden, which prefers the aesthetics of forms, silhouettes, and textures over the fleeting appearance of flowers. These plants have a reassuring permanence that provides lasting structure to a flower bed. They can be used to mark pathways and border terraces, easily replacing trimmed boxwood. They can be combined with wild grasses and heathers with very complementary temperaments. The key is to play with volumes and colours.

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Juniperus procumbens Nana (Foliage) Foliage
Juniperus procumbens Nana (Plant habit) Plant habit

Plant habit

Height at maturity 30 cm
Spread at maturity 1.50 m
Habit creeping
Growth rate very slow

Flowering

Flower colour insignificant
Fruit colour black

Foliage

Foliage persistence Evergreen
Foliage colour light green
Aromatic? Fragrant foliage when creased

Botanical data

Genus

Juniperus

Species

procumbens

Cultivar

Nana

Family

Cupressaceae

Other common names

Creeping Juniper

Origin

Cultivar or hybrid

Product reference65900211

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Planting and care

Plant from September to November and from February to June in well-drained, light, even limestone and poor soil. A stony or sandy soil that occasionally dries out does not bother it. Choose a very sunny or semi-shaded location sheltered from prevailing winds. Soak the root balls well before planting. Add organic matter at planting and water generously in the first few years, and during prolonged drought. Apply a special conifer fertiliser every year in April and weed the soil in summer. However, this hardy conifer fears heavy soils that are waterlogged in winter. Pruning is not necessary, as this plant reveals its full potential when allowed to grow freely.

Planting period

Best planting time February to March, October to November
Recommended planting time February to June, September to November

Intended location

Suitable for Meadow, Rockery, Woodland edge
Type of use Border, Edge of border, Free-standing, Container, Slope
Hardiness Hardy down to -29°C (USDA zone 5) Show map
Ease of cultivation Amateur
Planting density 1 per m2
Exposure Sun, Partial shade
Soil pH Any
Soil type Chalky (poor, alkaline and well-drained), Silty-loamy (rich and light), Stony (poor and well-drained)
Soil moisture Dry soil, Moist soil, well-drained

Care

Pruning No pruning necessary
Soil moisture Dry soil, Moist soil
Disease resistance Good
Overwinter Can be left in the ground
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