Chinese juniper grows in sun or partial shade and any well drained soil. Transplanting is most successful with root pruned plants, moved potted or balled and burlapped. The height and spread depend on the cultivar selected, but the species grows 15 to 20 feet tall and spreads 2 to 4 feet.
Several forms have bluish foliage and blue fruit.
The plant dislikes crowding, has prickly foliage and grows rapidly. Visuals associated with this text. This information is for educational purposes only. References to commercial products or trade names does not imply endorsement by MSU Extension or bias against those not mentioned. This information becomes public property upon publication and may be printed verbatim with credit to MSU Extension.