Kishu Shimpaku Juniper, JCS Jun02 Unusual Conifer

Kishu Shimpaku Juniper, JCS Jun02 Unusual ConiferUSDA Cold Hardiness Zone: 4 Native Range: Historical Kishu provence of Japan, which is now Wakayama and part of Mie prefectures. Soil: Consistently moist, not soggy. Neutral pH. Light: Full sun. Height in the Garden: Up to 5' Attributes: A classic bonsai species from historical Kishu provence is revered and sought after. Shimpaku are extremely flexible, plastic, forgiving and easy to grow. Notes: This bathc is about seven or eight years old. They are

The upper trunk and branches feature prominent

and the Tsutsusi group

dry summer heat

but vigorous once rooted

adding vertical interest

but I have seen them as such in Japan

though Quercus glauca is generally pest-resistant

giving this species a bad reputation

prefers slightly acidic to neutralLight: Full sunHeight in the Garden: 20–40'

Attributes: A low-growing

foundations

adding an ornamental touch and attracting birds