Blueberry Delight® Juniper - Juniperus communis var. depressa ‘AmiDak’ (RFM-21)

dark_green_foliage juniper

Description:

Superior clonal female selection made from native plant of this variety growing in the Badlands of western North Dakota.

Hardiness:

USDA Zones 2b-7

Mature Size:

Height: 1-2', Spread: 4-5'

Form (Shape):

Densely spreading, naturalistic growth habit

Growth Rate:

Slow

Foliage:

Rich, dark green with contrasting silvery-blue hues on the upper leaf surface. Its summer color is retained well in winter, which is rare for this species of juniper.

Light Preferences:

Full sun to partial shade

Soil Preferences:

Not particular to soil type or pH; adaptable to both dry & moist conditions but will not tolerate standing water. Drought and alkaline tolerant.

Propagation:

Stem cuttings

Ornamental Attributes:

Heavy crops of showy blueberry-like cones are produced annually if male plants are nearby.

Patent Status:

  • U.S. Trademark registered – Blueberry Delight®
  • Canadian Trademark registered

Licensing Status:

This cultivar is available for non-exclusive licensing.

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