Juniperus chinensis 'Sea Green'

Sea Green Juniper

Juniperus chinensis ‘Sea Green’ — commonly called Sea Green juniper — is an evergreen shrub valued for its rich deep green foliage and graceful arching branches that form a dense fountain-like mound. The branch tips curve gently upward, giving the plant a soft flowing appearance while maintaining strong year-round evergreen structure.

Type: Evergreen shrub

Mature Size:
Width: 4–6 ft
Height: 4–6 ft

USDA Zones: 4a–9b

Form: Broad, arching, fountain-like

Light: Full sun

Soil: Well-drained soil; adaptable to sandy, rocky, and average garden soils

Water: Low to medium; drought tolerant once established

Wildlife: Provides shelter for birds; deer resistant

Features & Landscape Uses: Excellent for foundation plantings, borders, slopes, and evergreen accents. Its arching habit softens corners and blends well with mixed shrub plantings.

Care: Plant in full sun for best density and color. Avoid poorly drained soils. Minimal pruning is needed; trim lightly in early spring only if shaping is desired.

Plant type

Evergreen Shrub

Height

4-6'

Width

4-6'

Hardiness zones

4–9

Sunlight

Full Sun

Growth rate

Moderate

Bloom time

Spring

Leaf color

Dark Green

Fall color

Dark Green

Soil

Average, Sandy, Well Drained

Landscape use

Accent Plant, Foundation Plant, Hedge, Mass Planting

Shape

Arching, Broad

Fruit

Yes

Deer resistant

Yes

Salt tolerant

Yes

Drought tolerant

Yes