A sculptural juniper with irregular, twisting upswept branches clothed in rich green foliage. Its characterful windswept form makes it a living feature, prized in Japanese-style and coastal gardens.
At a glance
- Plant type: Shrub
- Mature size: 4 m H × 3 m W
- Aspect: full sun
- Water: happy on low water
- Frost: hardy
- Maintenance: low maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Hollywood Juniper
Juniperus chinensis 'Kaizuka' is a moderate-growing shrub in the Cupressaceae family. It reaches around 4 m tall and 3 m wide at maturity, with evergreen foliage.
Where to grow Hollywood Juniper
Hollywood Juniper suits Mediterranean, warm-temperate and subtropical climates and grows best in full sun. It is frost hardy and shrugs off cold winters. It also tolerates salt-laden coastal winds and is a genuinely water-wise choice.
Soil & planting
Hollywood Juniper does best in free-draining and sandy soil. Plant into well-prepared ground, firm the soil around the roots and water deeply to settle it in.
Watering & feeding
Hollywood Juniper performs well with relatively little water once established. Feed as new growth begins, following the rate on a balanced garden fertiliser. For the first year, favour occasional deep watering over frequent shallow drinks so roots move into the surrounding soil.
Pruning & care
Tip-prune Hollywood Juniper in spring to maintain a dense, shapely habit. For most gardens, it is low maintenance.
Using Hollywood Juniper in the garden
Hollywood Juniper earns its place for a feature or specimen planting and pots and courtyard containers. It is equally at home in the ground or a large pot on a balcony or courtyard.
Companion planting & design
Hollywood Juniper sits most comfortably beside plants adapted to low water use and Mediterranean climate. A small cluster gives stronger visual impact than isolated plants scattered through the garden.
Good to know
It is regarded as non-toxic and pet-safe.
Buying Hollywood Juniper
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