Juniperus chinensis 'Expansa Variegata'Chinese Juniper
DESCRIPTION
Juniperus chinensis 'Expansa Variegata’ is a low-growing evergreen shrub that features attractive, needle-like foliage with a mix of green, cream, and white tones. This East Asia native variety is particularly noted for its variegated leaves, which provide year-round visual interest. In spring, it produces small, inconspicuous, yellow-green flowers, which are followed by bluish, berry-like cones that mature in late summer to fall.
This cultivar is often used as part of a landscape design where a spreading, low-maintenance shrub is needed. Its variegation, combined with its hardiness and tolerance to various growing conditions, makes it a popular choice in both residential and commercial landscaping. Though it doesn’t have a dramatic blooming season, its evergreen nature and seasonal berry production contribute to its overall charm.
DESCRIPTION
Juniperus chinensis 'Expansa Variegata’ is a low-growing evergreen shrub that features attractive, needle-like foliage with a mix of green, cream, and white tones. This East Asia native variety is particularly noted for its variegated leaves, which provide year-round visual interest. In spring, it produces small, inconspicuous, yellow-green flowers, which are followed by bluish, berry-like cones that mature in late summer to fall.
This cultivar is often used as part of a landscape design where a spreading, low-maintenance shrub is needed. Its variegation, combined with its hardiness and tolerance to various growing conditions, makes it a popular choice in both residential and commercial landscaping. Though it doesn’t have a dramatic blooming season, its evergreen nature and seasonal berry production contribute to its overall charm.
DESCRIPTION
Juniperus chinensis 'Expansa Variegata’ is a low-growing evergreen shrub that features attractive, needle-like foliage with a mix of green, cream, and white tones. This East Asia native variety is particularly noted for its variegated leaves, which provide year-round visual interest. In spring, it produces small, inconspicuous, yellow-green flowers, which are followed by bluish, berry-like cones that mature in late summer to fall.
This cultivar is often used as part of a landscape design where a spreading, low-maintenance shrub is needed. Its variegation, combined with its hardiness and tolerance to various growing conditions, makes it a popular choice in both residential and commercial landscaping. Though it doesn’t have a dramatic blooming season, its evergreen nature and seasonal berry production contribute to its overall charm.
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Family: Cupressaceae
Height: 1–2 feet
Width: 6–8 feet
Foliage color: Green with creamy-white and yellow variegation
Flower color: Inconspicuous
Bloom time: Not applicable
Light requirements: Full sun
Water requirements: Low to moderate
Maintenance: Low; occasional pruning to maintain shape
Growing zone: USDA zones 4-9
Wildlife attractors: Provides cover for birds; berries are eaten by some bird species
