Sabina squamata

Blue Star Juniper

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Dense evergreen conifer shrub with blue-grey scale-like foliage, drought-tolerant and cold-hardy native to mountainous regions of Asia.
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Plant Details

Common Name Blue Star Juniper
Family Cupressaceae
Genus Juniperus
Species Squamata
Origin China / Central Asia
Blooming Conifer cones, pollen release in spring
Leaf Color Blue-green / Grey-blue
Sunlight Half-shade / Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-drained, sandy loam or gritty soil mix essential for root health

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Watering

Water regularly when new, allow soil to dry between waterings once established

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Sunlight & Care

Requires full sun exposure, tolerates partial shade but becomes leggy

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Fertilization

Light application of slow-release fertilizer in early spring only

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Pruning

Prune in late winter or early spring before new growth begins

Pest Control Aphid Scale Insect Spider Mite

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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Seasonal Periods

eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
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Dec
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
14° – 95°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
20% – 70%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
5000 – 25000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
2000 – 5000
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
10% – 40%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1500
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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