Eastern Prickly Juniper (Juniperus Deltoides) is a perennial tree in the Cupressaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 7-10. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Evergreen dioecious shrub or tree up to 12 m tall with a pyramidal crown and exfoliating cinnamon to brown bark.

Eastern Prickly Juniper

Eastern Prickly Juniper

Juniperus Deltoides

Evergreen dioecious shrub or tree up to 12 m tall with a pyramidal crown and exfoliating cinnamon to brown bark.

Quick Facts

Type
tree
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Low
Light
Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
7-10

Safety

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Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
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Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, rocky, loamy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:screen, specimen, erosion control

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Eastern Prickly Juniper

Jan
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