Juniperus chinensis 'Kaizuka'
Hollywood Juniper, Torulosa Juniper
Description
Juniperus chinensis 'Kaizuka' is an evergreen conifer tree with green foliage. and blue and green fruit. Grows well with sun - bright shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in alkaline, average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant, verticillium wilt resistant and wind tolerant. Mature plants may reach 20' tall and 15' wide. Deer resistant. Unpruned trees have a twisting habit with a windswept spreading look.
Plant Type
Tree, Conifer
Height Range
12-25'
Width Range
3-6'
Flower Color
n/a
Flower Season
n/a
Leaf Color
Dark Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
Blue, Green
Fruit Season
Intermittent
Sun
Full
Water
Low
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Rocky
Soil Condition
Average, Well-drained, Dry
Soil pH
Basic
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Japanese, Seascape, Wild Garden
Accenting Features
Specimen, Unusual Shape
Seasonal Interest
Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Background, Foundation, Raised Planter, Walls / Fences
Special Uses
Hedge, Screen, Mass Planting
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Dig-up patches of weeds and undesirable grasses from turf areas.
Use water to grow the turf you want, not the weeds you don't want! Once you have eliminated what you don't want, add sod or over-seed to repair the bare areas.