Juniperus chinensis 'Spearmint'

Spearmint Chinese Juniper

Juniperus chinensis ‘Spearmint’ — commonly called Spearmint juniper — is an evergreen shrub valued for its bright fresh green foliage and broad spreading habit with layered, slightly arching branches. Its vivid color remains attractive year-round and gives a softer, lighter appearance than many blue-toned junipers.

Type: Evergreen shrub

Mature Size:
Width: 5–7 ft
Height: 3–4 ft

USDA Zones: 4a–8b

Form: Broad, spreading, mounded

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, slopes, borders, and evergreen massing. Its bright green foliage contrasts well with blue and gold conifers.

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

Plant type

Evergreen Shrub

Height

3-4'

Width

5-7 '

Hardiness zones

4–8

Sunlight

Full Sun

Growth rate

Moderate

Leaf color

Green

Fall color

Green

Soil

Average, Sandy, Well Drained

Landscape use

Accent Plant, Hedge, Mass Planting

Shape

Broad, Mounded, Spreading

Bark

Exfoliating

Fruit

Yes

Deer resistant

Yes

Drought tolerant

Yes