Compact, low spreading evergreen shrub. The brightest gold-foliaged plant among all of the Chinese junipers, it emerges bright yellow in the spring, taking a bronzed cast in the winter. Easy to grow. Requires little pruning. Botanical Name- Juniperus x pfitzeriana ‘Saybrook Gold’ Pronunciation- joo-NIP-er-usfit-zer-ee-AY-nuh Foliage- Evergreen Mature Width- 6 ft Mature Height- 2 ft Sun Exposure- Full Sun Soil Preferences- Prefers a moist-well-drained soil, but very tolerant of dry soils once established Current Size- 3 Bloom Color- Inconspicuous Bloom Time- Inconspicuous Companion Plants- Nepeta ‘Cat’s Pajamas’ – bright gold foliage vs lavender spikes Fauna Attracted- Berry-like cones eaten by cedar waxwings, thrushes; shelter for beneficial insects Plant Habit- Shrub
- Care Rating- Easy
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin – C27 Yearly Care Instructions- Remove dead or crowded branches anytime; prefers well-drained soil and minimal fertilizing. Trimming Instructions- Prune in late winter or early spring to shape. Avoid cutting into old wood. Fertilization Instructions- Use a conifer-type, slow-release fertilizer (e.g., 4-8-8) in spring; low to moderate feeding need. Good drainage in clay is essential to prevent root rot. Fertilizer Recommendation- Evergreen-tone Possible Issues- Cedar-apple rust, scale insects
