Juniperus communis 'Gold Cone'

RHS Plant Profile
juniper 'Gold Cone'
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Trees

Slow-growing evergreen conifer to about 1-1.2m in height, with a compact, columnar habit and bearing foliage of tightly packed, bright yellow-green prickly needles that flushes golden yellow in winter

Position

Full sun, Partial shade

Soil Types

Chalk, Loam, Sand

Max Height

1-1.5 metres

Max Spread

0.5-1 metres

Size

Time to Maturity
5–10 years
Max Spread
0.5-1 metres
Max Height
1-1.5 metres

Growing Conditions

Chalk Loam Sand
Moisture
Moist but well–drained or Well–drained
pH
Acid or Alkaline or Neutral

Position

Full sun Partial shade
Aspect
East–facing or South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered
Hardiness
H7
Drought Resistance
Yes

Colour & Scent

Season Stem Flower Foliage Fruit
Spring
Summer
Autumn
Winter

Botanical Details

Family
Cupressaceae
Native to GB/Ireland
No
Foliage
Evergreen
Habit
Columnar upright
Potentially harmful
Skin allergenwear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
Genus
Juniperus can be prostrate or erect, evergreen shrubs or trees with aromatic, scale-like or sharply pointed awl-shaped leaves, and small globose fruits
Name Status
Accepted

How to Grow

Cultivation

Grow in any well-drained soil, including dry, chalky or sandy soils, preferably in full sun or in light dappled shade. See conifer cultivation for further advice

Propagation

Propagate by semi-hardwood cuttings in early autumn

Suggested planting locations and garden types

  • City and courtyard gardens
  • Cottage and informal garden
  • Patio and container plants
  • Low Maintenance
  • Flower borders and beds
  • Hedging and screens

Pruning

Pruning group 1

Pests

May be susceptible to aphids, scale insects, conifer red spider mite and caterpillars

Diseases

May be susceptible to pear rust, twig blight and honey fungus