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juniperus occidentalis

Juniperus occidentalis, commonly known as Western Juniper, is a resilient and attractive evergreen tree native to the western regions of North America. With its rugged silver-green foliage and striking, gnarled form, Juniperus occidentalis is highly valued by New Zealand gardeners seeking a low-maintenance, drought-tolerant option for large landscapes, shelterbelts, or wildlife-friendly plantings. This hardy conifer thrives in poor soils, copes with dry conditions, and provides year-round texture and colour, making it a practical and beautiful choice for diverse garden designs.

Juniperus procumbens 'Nana' (prostrate Juniper) growing as a tidy ground cover.

Juniperus procumbens 'Nana' (Japanese Dwarf Juniper)

Juniperus procumbens 'Nana', commonly known as the Prostrate Juniper, is a ground-hugging conifer that forms a carpet of blue-green, needle-like leaves. The foliage is held densely on prostrate branches as it grows to 30 cm in height and 1.5 m in width.

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Groundcover Plants
Height: 25 cm
Spread: 1.25 m
Tolerances: Extended dry periods, Hardy, Wind
Garden uses: Borders, Ground covering, Paths & Steps
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Mediterranean, Modern, Rock
Juniperus 'Skyrocket' shrubs with blue-grey foliage.

Juniperus 'Skyrocket'

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Juniperus 'Skyrocket', commonly known as the Skyrocket Juniper or Rocky Mountain Juniper, is a popular conifer that grows as a broad column. It carries fine and delicate, blue-grey leaves on upright branches that are held somewhat loosely from the central core. It typically grows to 5 m tall and 1.2 m wide and can be trimmed as necessary.

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Conifers
Height: 5.00 m
Spread: 70 cm
Tolerances: Extended dry periods, Hardy, Wind
Garden uses: Containers, Parks, Pool areas, Screening, Specimen
Garden styles: Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern
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Juniperus conferta

Juniperus conferta, commonly known as Shore Juniper, is a hardy evergreen conifer valued for its dense, spreading habit and fresh green foliage. It...

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Large Juniperus 'Kaizuka' trees as a cluster.
Juniperus chinensis 'Kaizuka'

Juniperus chinensis 'Kaizuka', commonly known as the Hollywood Juniper tree or Torulosa Juniper, is an upright conifer with an oriental style. It...

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Thuja occidentalis 'Smaragd' hedge with bright green foliage.
Thuja occidentalis 'Smaragd' (Green Cedar)

Thuja occidentalis 'Smaragd', commonly known as the Green or Emerald Cedar, grows with a narrow, dense, and columnar habit. The foliage is rich...

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Thuja occidentalis 'Pyramidalis' trees with lush green foliage standing 1.5 metres tall in a plant nursery ready for sale.
Thuja occidentalis 'Pyramidalis'

Thuja occidentalis 'Pyramidalis' is an elegant conifer that grows with a narrow and dense, pyramidal shape. The foliage is dark green, sometimes...

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Juniperus 'Blue Point' plant.
Juniperus 'Blue Point'

Juniperus 'Blue Point' is a dense, upright evergreen conifer valued for its rich blue green foliage and naturally symmetrical, pyramidal form. It...

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Juniperus 'Blue Chip' plant.
Juniperus 'Blue Chip'

Juniperus 'Blue Chip' is a hardy evergreen conifer renowned for its soft silver blue foliage and low spreading growth habit. It provides year round...

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Juniperus 'Bar Harbor'

Juniperus 'Bar Harbor' (Creeping Juniper) is a hardy evergreen ground cover valued for its dense blue green foliage and spreading growth habit. It...

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Juniperus 'Gold Coast' plant.
Juniperus 'Gold Coast'

Juniperus 'Gold Coast' (Pfitzer Juniper) is a vibrant evergreen conifer known for its rich golden foliage and spreading habit. It provides year round...

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Juniperus chinensis 'Expansa Variegata' plant.
Juniperus chinensis 'Expansa Variegata'

Juniperus chinensis 'Expansa Variegata' is a distinctive evergreen conifer prized for its spreading growth habit and attractive blue green foliage...

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Juniperus 'Blue Cloud'

Juniperus 'Blue Cloud' is an attractive evergreen conifer known for its soft blue foliage and spreading habit. It provides year round colour and...

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Juniperus 'Dandelight'

Juniperus 'Dandelight' is an eye catching evergreen conifer known for its golden yellow foliage and low spreading habit. It provides year round...

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Juniperus squamata 'Blue Star' plant with fine, blue foliage in a garden.
Juniperus squamata 'Blue Star'

Juniperus squamata 'Blue Star' is a compact evergreen conifer known for its striking silver blue foliage and neat, rounded form. It provides year...

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Juniperus communis 'Depressa Aurea'

Juniperus communis 'Depressa Aurea' is a low growing evergreen conifer with spreading branches and bright golden foliage. It is an excellent choice...

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Juniperus 'Depressed Star'

Juniperus 'Depressed Star' (Irish Juniper) is a distinctive evergreen conifer valued for its compact habit and attractive blue green foliage that...

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Juniperus 'All Gold'

Juniperus 'All Gold' is a low growing evergreen conifer with spreading branches and vibrant golden foliage. It is an excellent choice for NZ gardens...

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Juniperus Japonica

Juniperus Japonica (Juniper Tree) is a hardy evergreen conifer valued for its attractive foliage, neat growth habit, and year round colour. It is...

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Juniperus communis Hibernica plant.
Juniperus communis 'Hibernica'

Juniperus communis 'Hibernica' is a narrow upright evergreen conifer admired for its dense blue green foliage and elegant columnar form. It provides...

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Juniperus communis 'Compressa' (Common Juniper) plants.
Juniperus communis 'Compressa'

Juniperus communis 'Compressa', known as the Common Juniper, is an upright conifer that has lovely texture, colour, and form. This shrub makes an...

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Juniperus communis Suecica Nana plant.
Juniperus communis 'Suecica Nana'

Juniperus communis 'Suecica Nana' is a compact evergreen conifer prized for its dense upright habit and attractive blue green foliage. It provides...

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Juniperus 'Spartan'

Juniperus 'Spartan' is a handsome evergreen conifer with dense rich green foliage and a naturally upright, narrow form. It is an excellent choice for...

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Juniperus Winter Gold ground cover plant with yellow foliage.
Juniperus 'Winter Gold'

Juniperus 'Winter Gold' is a low growing evergreen conifer with spreading branches and luminous golden foliage that is especially attractive through...

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Juniperus 'Aorangi Gold' plant.
Juniperus 'Aorangi Gold'

Juniperus 'Aorangi Gold' is a striking evergreen conifer known for its bright golden foliage and low spreading habit. It provides year round colour...

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Juniperus 'Prince of Wales'

Juniperus 'Prince of Wales' is a hardy evergreen conifer valued for its low spreading habit and attractive soft green foliage that develops rich...

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Juniperus plumosa Aurea plant.
Juniperus 'Plumosa Aurea'

Juniperus 'Plumosa Aurea' (Golden Juniper) is a striking evergreen conifer prized for its vibrant golden foliage and graceful feathery texture. It...

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Juniperus squamata 'Gold Flash' plant.
Juniperus squamata 'Gold Flash'

Juniperus squamata 'Gold Flash' is a striking evergreen conifer admired for its bright golden foliage that contrasts beautifully with deeper green...

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Juniperus Robusta Green plant.
Juniperus 'Robusta Green'

Juniperus 'Robusta Green' is a handsome evergreen conifer valued for its dense rich green foliage and naturally upright growth habit. It provides...

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A Juniperus chinensis 'Pyramidalis' plant growing in a pot and displaying fine, green-blue foliage.
Juniperus chinensis 'Pyramidalis' (Chinese Juniper)

Juniperus chinensis 'Pyramidalis', commonly known as the Chinese Juniper, is a popular conifer that grows slowly as a narrow column of delicate...

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Juniperus chinensis 'Blue Alps' plant.
Juniperus chinensis 'Blue Alps'

Juniperus chinensis 'Blue Alps' is a striking evergreen conifer known for its blue green foliage and upright, slightly spreading form. It provides...

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Juniperus communis 'Hornibrookii'

Juniperus communis 'Hornibrookii' is a hardy evergreen conifer valued for its dense spreading habit and attractive blue green foliage. It provides...

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Juniperus 'Emerald Ruffles' plant.
Juniperus 'Emerald Ruffles'

Juniperus 'Emerald Ruffles' is an attractive evergreen conifer known for its rich green, textured foliage and low spreading habit. It provides year...

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Juniperus procumbens 'Nana' (Japanese Dwarf Juniper)

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Features and Benefits of Juniperus occidentalis

Juniperus occidentalis stands out for its exceptional hardiness and unique appearance. It typically grows as a multi-stemmed tree with a rounded, irregular crown, reaching up to 10-12 metres in height over many decades. Its aromatic, scale-like leaves and clusters of blue-grey berries provide food and shelter for native birds, promoting biodiversity in New Zealand gardens.

Drought resistance is a key attribute of Juniperus occidentalis, making it ideal for exposed sites, coastal gardens, and other challenging locations. Its dense evergreen foliage offers year-round privacy and wind protection, while its tolerance for poor, rocky soils makes it an excellent solution for erosion control and difficult planting sites.

Juniperus occidentalis in Your Garden

Western Juniper’s natural beauty makes it perfect for rural or Mediterranean-style landscapes. Use it as a striking specimen tree, a low-maintenance shelterbelt, or in mixed conifer plantings to create a tapestry of colour and texture. Juniperus occidentalis thrives in full sun and requires minimal pruning once established, appealing to gardeners who prefer plants that can largely look after themselves.

For a striking effect, consider planting Juniperus occidentalis alongside other ornamental conifers with contrasting foliage. If you’re interested in colourful alternatives or lower-growing junipers, explore options like Juniperus All Gold, which offers vibrant golden tones, or choose the distinctive blue foliage of Juniperus squamata 'Blue Star' (Juniperus Blue Star). For superb winter interest, Juniperus Winter Gold (Gold Juniper Plant) introduces glowing gold hues during the colder months.

Juniperus occidentalis and Related Junipers

There is a wide range of juniper varieties suited to New Zealand gardens, each with its own growth habit, foliage colour, and landscape use. Consider pairing Juniperus occidentalis with groundcover types such as Juniperus conferta, which thrives in coastal and sandy soils, or Juniperus communis Depressa Aurea (Yellow Juniper), which adds low-growing golden accents throughout your landscape. These combinations offer year-round interest and enhance biodiversity while remaining low in maintenance.

Caring for Juniperus occidentalis

Plant Juniperus occidentalis in a sunny, well-drained position for best results. Although tolerant of dry spells, it will benefit from regular watering during its first few years. Little to no fertiliser is required, and its slow growth means pruning is rarely necessary. With its exceptional robustness and low-care requirements, Juniperus occidentalis is an outstanding option for New Zealand gardens seeking lasting beauty and ecological value.


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