| Common Name | Savin Juniper / Creeping Juniper |
| Family | Cupressaceae |
| Genus | Juniperus |
| Species | Sabina |
| Origin | Southern Europe to Central Asia |
| Blooming | Dioecious; inconspicuous cones in spring, primarily grown for foliage. |
| Leaf Color | Blue-green to grey-green |
| Sunlight | Sun |
| Category | Outdoor plants |
| Pet Friendly | No |
Well-draining mix with sand or gravel; slightly acidic to neutral pH preferred.
Allow soil to dry between waterings; drought tolerant. Reduce significantly in winter dormancy.
Full sun required for compact growth and color retention; tolerate partial shade but may become leggy.
Apply slow-release fertilizer once in early spring; avoid over-fertilizing as it grows slowly.
Prune after flowering to maintain shape; do not cut into old wood which may not regenerate.
These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.
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