Crimean Juniper
About Crimean Juniper
Crimean Juniper is a super rare houseplant đż that is easy to grow and needs regular watering to thrive. They do best in long-lasting, direct light âïž and should be less than 1 foot from a window.
Crimean Juniper likes soil that is well draining. Your plant shouldn't need added fertilizers if you repot each time it doubles in size.
Crimean Juniper belongs to the Juniperus genus, and is native to Europe.
Taxonomy
Juniperus excelsa
Juniperus
Cupressaceae
Pinales
Also known as
Savin

How to care for Crimean Juniper

How often to water your Crimean Juniper

every 9
Crimean Juniper 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

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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 Crimean Juniper in your home

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

How to fertilize Crimean Juniper

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 Crimean Juniper after it doubles in size or once a yearâwhichever comes first.

Crimean Juniper is generally considered an easy-to-care-for plant and makes a great choice for beginners!
Water Needs
Crimean Juniper 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
Crimean Juniper 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
Crimean Juniper 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
Crimean Juniper 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
Crimean Juniper 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
Crimean Juniper is native to the Northern Hemisphere.
Growth Pattern
Crimean Juniper grows along the ground and sends out shoots which will spread across the soil.
Growing Outdoors
USDA Hardiness Zone
Crimean Juniper can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 3a-7b. Find your local hardiness zone here.
Care Summary for Crimean Juniper
Crimean Juniper
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.
