Common Columnar Juniper

Juniperus Communis 'Compressa'

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Overview

The Juniperus communis 'Compressa' is a dwarf evergreen conifer with a distinct columnar form, reaching up to 5 feet in height and 1 foot in width at maturity. Its dense, blue-green needles add year-round interest. This slow-growing juniper thrives in USDA zones 2-6, requires full sun, and well-drained soil. Ideal for narrow spaces in landscape designs, it provides vertical accents without the need for regular pruning.

Sun Full, Half, ShadeWater LowZones 4–10Climate Temperate

Common Columnar Juniper (Juniperus Communis 'Compressa') — The Juniperus communis 'Compressa' is a dwarf evergreen conifer with a distinct columnar form

Culture

Sun: Full, Half, Shade
Water: Low
USDA zones: 4–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Cupressaceae
Climate: Temperate

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Common Columnar Juniper (Juniperus Communis 'Compressa') — Its dense, blue-green needles add year-round interest; its slow growth rate and columnar form mean

Common Columnar Juniper (Juniperus Communis 'Compressa') — This slow-growing juniper thrives in USDA zones 2-6, requires full sun, and well-drained soil; its

Common Columnar Juniper (Juniperus Communis 'Compressa') — Ideal for narrow spaces in landscape designs; which typically reaches a mature height of 5 to 6 feet

Common Columnar Juniper (Juniperus Communis 'Compressa') — it provides vertical accents without the need for regular pruning; or even in container plantings

Common Columnar Juniper (Juniperus Communis 'Compressa') — commonly known as the Common Columnar Juniper; reaching up to 5 feet in height and 1 foot in width

Common Columnar Juniper (Juniperus Communis 'Compressa') — evergreen conifer of exquisite form that provides vertical accentuation in landscape designs; this

Common Columnar Juniper (Juniperus Communis 'Compressa') — This dwarf cultivar distinguishes itself with its narrow; the 'Compressa' is resistant to many

Common Columnar Juniper (Juniperus Communis 'Compressa') — which typically reaches a mature height of 5 to 6 feet and maintains a slender width of, image 32

Common Columnar Juniper (Juniperus Communis 'Compressa') — aesthetic appeal and is pleasantly aromatic when crushed; evergreen conifer of exquisite form that

Common Columnar Juniper (Juniperus Communis 'Compressa') — adding a sensory dimension to the garden.<br><br>Adapted to USDA Hardiness Zones 2, image 34

Common Columnar Juniper (Juniperus Communis 'Compressa') — It prefers well-drained soil; shrub for full or half or shade

Common Columnar Juniper (Juniperus Communis 'Compressa') — exhibiting drought tolerance once established; commonly known as the Common Columnar Juniper

Common Columnar Juniper (Juniperus Communis 'Compressa') — underscoring its low-maintenance nature; exhibiting drought tolerance once established

Common Columnar Juniper (Juniperus Communis 'Compressa') — The 'Compressa' is resistant to many diseases and pests; providing year-round interest and structure

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