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Also known as
Japanese Garden Juniper, Japanese Garden Juniper, Juniper Bonsai Tree, Japanese Juniper Tree, Nana and Garden Juniper
Taxonomy
Juniperus procumbens
Juniperus
Cupressaceae
Pinales

How to care for Juniperus Procumbens

How often to water your Juniperus Procumbens

every 9
Juniperus Procumbens needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesnât get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.
Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Water 0.5 cups every
9

Check the growing potential in your area
A plant's growing potential is determined from its location, the time of year, and current local weather.

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Finding light for Japanese Garden Juniper in your home

a window
Juniperus Procumbens love being close to bright, sunny windows đ.
Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.
Juniperus Procumbens does not tolerate low-light đ«.
Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Juniperus Procumbens in your home đĄ.

How to fertilize Juniperus Procumbens

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.
By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil itâs likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Juniperus Procumbens after it doubles in size or once a yearâwhichever comes first.

Juniperus Procumbens is generally considered an easy-to-care-for plant and makes a great choice for beginners!
Water Needs
Juniperus Procumbens prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Sunlight Needs
Juniperus Procumbens requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive đȘ. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home đĄ.
Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plantâs toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, itâs always best to consult a medical professional.
If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.
Humidity
Juniperus Procumbens doesnât require additional humidity. Plants absorb most water through their root system rather than their leaves, so the best way to provide humidity for your plants is through watering the soil.
Soil
Juniperus Procumbens does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!
Fertilizer
Juniperus Procumbens grows very slowly and doesnât require added fertilizer. Replacing your plantâs potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!
Native Region
Juniperus Procumbens is native to the Northern Hemisphere.
Growth Pattern
Juniperus Procumbens grows along the ground and sends out shoots which will spread across the soil.
Growing Outdoors
USDA Hardiness Zone
Juniperus Procumbens can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 4a-8b. Find your local hardiness zone here.
Care Summary for Juniperus Procumbens
Juniperus Procumbens
Greg recommends:

0.5 cups every 9 days

< 1ft from a window

Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4â pot your plant is in, and that it doesnât get direct sunlight.
