Chinese Juniper
Juniperus chinensis

Chinese Juniper Plant

Chinese Juniper is an evergreen shrub or tree that can grow 50-60 feet tall. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. Hardy in Zones 4-9, it tolerates dry to moist conditions and has medicinal uses, though it is not edible.


Picture illustrating Chinese Juniper plant

Habit

Evergreen Shrub/Tree

Height

1-20 m

Growth

Moderate

Soil

Well-drained, sandy loam

Shade

Full

Moisture

Dry-Moist

Edible

No

Medicinal

Yes

Origin

China, Japan

Climatic Condition

Temperate, Cold

Temperature (°)

30-40°C

Humidity (%)

30-70%

Potting media

Peat, compost

Fertilizers

Slow-release balanced NPK

Watering

Moderate watering

Plant Weight 

5-20 kg

Flowering Time

Spring

Soil Ph level

5.0 - 7.5

Water Ph level

5.0 - 7.5

Soil EC

1-2 dS/m

Yield Per Plant 

Ornamental

NPK ratio 

03:01:02

life Span

50+ years

Health Benefits

Air purification, traditional medicine

Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?

 50% sandy soil, 30% compost, 20% perlite


Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers

 Fertilize every 6 weeks with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer.

Common Diseases and Remedies

Juniper Blight, Powdery Mildew, Root Rot, Cedar Rust

Brown spots, white powder, dieback, abnormal growth

 Prune affected branches, use neem oil, improve soil health

Copper fungicides, systemic treatments

                  HEALTH BENEFITS

·  Rich in antioxidants, which help reduce inflammation.

·  Used in traditional medicine for urinary tract infections and digestive issues.

·  Essential oils from juniper have antimicrobial properties.

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