California Juniper (Juniperus Californica) is a perennial shrub/tree in the Cupressaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires drought-tolerant watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 7-10. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Juniperus californica is a shrub or small tree native to California, typically growing 3-8 meters tall with ashy gray bark and bluish-gray, scale-like foliage.

California Juniper

California Juniper

Juniperus Californica

Juniperus californica is a shrub or small tree native to California, typically growing 3-8 meters tall with ashy gray bark and bluish-gray, scale-like foliage.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub/tree
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
drought-tolerant
Light
Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
7-10

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:rocky, sandy, loamy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, windbreak, erosion control, ornamental

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for California Juniper

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Prune
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Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Cupressaceae
Genus:Juniperus