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Lime Glow Juniper

Scientific name: Juniperus horizontalis 'Lime Glow'
Taxonomy
Family:Cupressaceae
Type:Groundcovers evergreen
Native:NO
Plant Requirements
Zone:4 to 8
Sun:Full sun
Moisture:Dry
Plant Characteristics
Height:1 ft
Width:3 ft
Additional Characteristics
Trees


Fruit

Leaves


Bark
Wildlife value

Poisonous
Description Bright lime-green to lemon-yellow foliage; burnished gold winter color

  Morphology:
This slow growing juniper attains a height of 16” and a spread of 36”. Foliage is lime yellow changing to coppery bronze in winter.

  Adaptation:
This juniper cultivar is tolerant of hot, dry conditions. The bright yellow foliage is feathery and does not fade. An excellent choice as a low, durable and colorful evergreen groundcover in difficult, sunny areas in poor, well-drained soil. It is not particular as to soil type or pH. It is highly tolerant of urban pollution and will even thrive in inner city environments.

  Pests:
None reported.
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