Juniperus sabina 'Broadmoor'

• Birds: The berry-like cones attract birds, particularly during the winter months, when food is scarce.
• Wildlife Resistant: Resistant to deer and rabbits, making it a suitable choice for areas with frequent wildlife presence.

• Flowering Season: This juniper is primarily grown for its foliage rather than flowers. It may produce inconspicuous flowers in late spring to early summer.

Groundcover: Excellent for wide, spreading coverage in open areas.

Erosion Control: Dense mat-like growth stabilizes slopes, banks, and sandy soils.

Rock Gardens and Hillsides: Suits dry, rocky locations with full sun.

Low Borders and Edging: Forms a neat, undulating edge along driveways or garden beds.

Mass Planting: Useful for creating a uniform, evergreen carpet in large landscapes.

Foundation Planting: Can soften hard architectural lines at the base of buildings.

Xeriscaping: Perfect for drought-tolerant and low-maintenance landscapes.

• The foliage consists of needle-like, bright green leaves that soften into a feathery texture. The needles may have a slightly blue-green tint and maintain their vibrant color year-round.

• Cones: Produces small, berry-like cones that mature from green to a bluish-black, adding subtle seasonal interest.

• Planting Season: Plant in spring or fall for best results, though it can be planted anytime as long as the soil is workable.
• Planting Depth: Ensure the root ball is level with the soil surface. Avoid planting too deeply.
• Soil Requirements: Thrives in well-drained, sandy, or rocky soils. It tolerates poor soil but does not do well in waterlogged or heavy clay conditions.
• Spacing: Space plants 6-8 feet apart to allow for its wide-spreading habit.

Minimal pruning is required. Prune to shape in early spring before new growth begins. Remove any dead or damaged branches as needed.

Water regularly during the first growing season to establish a deep root system. Once established, Juniperus sabina 'Broadmoor' is drought-tolerant, needing only occasional watering in prolonged dry spells.

Prefers full sun for optimal growth and foliage color. It requires at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily but can tolerate light shade.

Foliage Harvesting:

• Use: Evergreen foliage can be harvested for winter arrangements, planters, or decorative wreaths.
  
• Timing: Best in late fall or early winter when foliage is mature and firm.
  
• How to Harvest:
  
• Use sharp pruners to take healthy outer tips.
  
• Avoid cutting into old wood, as junipers do not regrow from bare stems.
  
• Store cut branches in a cool, shaded place or lightly mist to retain freshness.
  

Seed Cone Harvesting (If Present):

• If berries appear (on female plants pollinated by males), they can be:
  
• Collected in late summer or early fall when fully formed and bluish.
  
• Dried and stored for ornamental use or propagation, though seed-grown plants may vary from the cultivar.
  
  

Fertilize in early spring with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer, especially in poor soils. Avoid over-fertilizing, as junipers thrive in leaner soils.

• Pest & Disease: Generally pest and disease resistant, though occasional issues with juniper blight or spider mites may occur in poorly drained conditions or extreme heat.
• Winter Care: No special winter care is required, as this juniper is highly cold-hardy and tolerant of frost.
• Mulching: A layer of mulch around the base helps retain moisture and protect the roots during hot summer months.

• Juniperus 'Broadmoor' is a dioecious conifer, meaning plants are either male or female.
  
• It is typically a female cultivar, which may produce small, bluish seed cones (commonly called berries) if a male juniper is nearby.
  
• Pollination is wind-driven, not dependent on insects.
  

No pollination required for ornamental value—berries are a bonus if present.

Lavandula angustifolia (Lavender) – Purple blooms and drought tolerance match the juniper’s needs.

Sedum 'Autumn Joy' – Upright succulent texture contrasts well with broad juniper mats.

Echinacea purpurea (Coneflower) – Tall, colorful flowers add vertical and seasonal contrast.

Heuchera 'Amber Waves' or 'Obsidian' – Offers dramatic foliage color contrast.

Coreopsis verticillata 'Zagreb' – Soft yellow blooms stand out against the green foliage.

Artemisia 'Powis Castle' – Silver foliage complements juniper’s evergreen tone.

Festuca glauca – Blue fescue echoes the cool color palette in a spiky form.

Agastache 'Blue Fortune' – Adds pollinator appeal and height with a soft lavender tone.