Juniperus oxycedrus Prickly juniper (Cupressaceae) Evergreen tree

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Juniperus oxycedrus
Prickly juniper
Evergreen tree
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The Juniperus oxycedrus plant species is found in Europe - Mediterranean. It is a member of the Cupressaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Prickly juniper.

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Latin Name:  Juniperus oxycedrus
Common Name:  Prickly juniper
Family:  Cupressaceae
Author:  L.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  15   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Dry hills, sandy and rocky places[50].

Cultivation Notes: Succeeds in most soils if they are well drained, preferring a neutral or slightly alkaline soil[1, 11] and succeeding on chalk[200]. A drought tolerant plant once established, succeeding in hot dry positions[200]. Dioecious. Male and female plants must be grown if seed is required.

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