Juniperus Chinensis ‘Saybrook Gold’

Saybrook Gold Chinese Juniper

Compact, evergreen conifer with a low, spreading habit and gently arching branches. It forms a dense, ground-hugging shrub with a soft, flowing appearance, making it ideal for adding color and texture without overwhelming a space.

The foliage is fine-textured, composed of needles and scales, with a bright golden-yellow to yellow-green coloration. This vibrant tone is most intense in full sun and may soften slightly in partial shade, while remaining attractive year-round.

Juniperus chinensis ‘Saybrook Gold’ prefers full sun and well-drained soil but tolerates poor, dry, or slightly alkaline conditions. Once established, it is highly drought tolerant and performs well in urban environments, with moderate tolerance to salt. It is well suited for slopes, mass plantings, and as a colorful groundcover.

Datasheet

Sunshine Sunny
Height 0 to 1m
Width 1 to 3m
Hardiness zone 4a, 4b
Location Flooring, Flowerbed, Rockery
Cut flower Non
Fragrant flower Non
Attracts birds Non
Attracts butterflies Non
Edible Non
Soil Type Dry soil, Moderately dry / well-drained soil
Environmental conditions High drought resistance, High pollution resistance, Moderate salt resistance
Foliage Golden-green
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