Juniperus chinensis 'Aurea' |
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Compact Golden Juniper |
Juniperus chinensis 'Aurea' is a compact shrub with rich, golden- yellow foliage. Grows to 3'-4' tall and 3' wide. It can be used as a groundcover or lawn substitute.
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
3-6'
Flower Color
n/a
Flower Season
n/a
Leaf Color
Dark Green, Yellow
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Very Low, Low
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Japanese, Mediterranean, Ranch
Accenting Features
Unusual Foliage
Seasonal Interest
Winter, Spring, Summer
Location Uses
Lawn, Parking Strip, Park, Parking Lot
Special Uses
Erosion Control, Mass Planting, Lawn Substitute
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems. Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.