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Juniperus communis 'Sentinel' (Sentinel common juniper)

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Skill rating Beginner
skill rating
Ultimate spread 0.5m
max. spread
Ultimate height 1.5m
max. height
Time to maturity 20-50 years
to maturity
Maintenance level 1 hour care
per year
Toxic - Foliage may cause skin irritation. This plant
is toxic!

Botanical name: Juniperus communis 'Sentinel'

Other names: Sentinel common juniper


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Genus: Juniperus

Variety or cultivar: 'Sentinel' _ 'Sentinel' is a tiny, evergreen conifer with a very narrow, conical habit. Its foliage is prickly and grey-green.

Juniperus communis 'Sentinel' is: Evergreen

Foliage: Grey-green in All seasons

Fruit: Green in All seasons

Habit: Broadly columnar, Narrowly conical, Small

Toxicity: Foliage may cause skin irritation.

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Specific pests: Aphids , Caterpillars , Juniper scale

Specific diseases: Canker

General care

Pruning: Little to no pruning required. . REGISTER to read more...

Propagation methods: Seed, Semi-hardwood cuttings. REGISTER to read more...


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Juniperus communis 'Sentinel' (Sentinel common juniper) will reach a height of 1.5m and a spread of 0.5m after 20-50 years.


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Suggested uses: Architectural, Foliage only, Low Maintenance, Resistant to pollution

Cultivation: Plant in any well-drained soil. Can tolerate hot sunny sites.

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Soil types: Chalky, Clay, Loamy, Sandy (will tolerate most soil types) Match unknown
Soil drainage: Well-drained Match unknown
Soil pH: Acid, Alkaline, Neutral Match unknown
Light: Partial Shade, Full Sun Match unknown
Aspect: North, South, East, West Match unknown
Exposure: Exposed, Sheltered Match unknown
Hardiness: Hardy (H4) Match unknown

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