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Cupressaceae
Trees and shrubs
Chinese Juniper 'Shimpaku'
Hardiness
Zone 4
Discover the plant
Family
Cupressaceae
Juniperus chinensis 'Shimpaku' is a highly sought-after ornamental shrub juniper, renowned for its fine, dense foliage and great versatility in both landscaping and bonsai art. This variety is distinguished by its tight, well-branched twigs, bearing evergreen dark green to bluish-green foliage with a soft, refined texture. Its overall habit is upright to spreading, naturally structured, forming over time a broad and harmonious shrub, wider than strictly columnar. It integrates perfectly into structured beds, as a standalone plant, in Japanese gardens, and in contemporary compositions. Very tolerant of pruning, drought-resistant once established, and undemanding regarding soil type, 'Shimpaku' is particularly appreciated for its longevity and its ability to maintain a neat silhouette in the long term. Its robustness and elegance make it an excellent choice of conifer for Nordic gardens seeking finesse, structure, and durability.
Soil and care
The rightconditions.
Fertilization
Low, rarely needed
Bloom and dimensions
The completeprofile.
Bloom periodSpring
Flower colorNot specified
Foliage colorGreen
Foliage typePersistent
FruitingSmall decorative blue-grey berries
Maximum height2–4 m (6.5–13 ft)
Maximum width3–5 m (10–16 ft)
Growth rateModerate
Hardiness zoneZone 4
Minimum temperature-35°C
Its strengths, naturally.
Safe for pets
Pets
Less attractive or generally tolerated by deer
Deer
