A slow-growing evergreen conifer making a medium-sized shrub to 2m, irregularly conical in habit, with glossy dark green foliage in short, concave sprays
1.5-2.5 metres
1-1.5 metres
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Grows well in moist but well-drained soil. Tolerant of chalk soils but prefers slightly acidic soil.
Propagate by grafting and semi-hardwood cuttings
No pruning required, but shaped subjects, including hedges, will need trimming twice a year
May be susceptible to aphids, juniper scale and shoot-boring moths
May be susceptible to honey fungus and Phytophthora root diseases
