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Blue Pacific Shore Juniper (Juniperus conferta 'Blue Pacific') growing in South Florida
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Blue Pacific Shore Juniper — South Florida Plant Guide

Juniperus conferta 'Blue Pacific'

Family: Cupressaceae · Shrub

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Itilizasyon Peyizaj

oceanfront groundcoverdune stabilizationcoastal erosion controlslope covermass planting

Etikèt Estil

coastalxeriscapebeach gardenlow growingblue silver foliage

Gid Kwasans pou Sid Florid

Bezwen Limyè

Full Sun

Bezwen Dlo

Low1/10

Once established (12–18 months), Blue Pacific Shore Juniper is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.

Very low water needs — near zero once established. 2x per week during first 6-month establishment period only. After establishment: rainfall sufficient for most coastal South Florida locations. ZERO supplemental irrigation June-October mandatory. Excess moisture is the primary failure cause.

Tè ak Fètilizasyon

sandyrockylimestonewell drainedcoastal dune

Fertilizer: Light balanced slow-release granular. Low nitrogen preferred to avoid fungal disease susceptibility.

Schedule: Light balanced slow-release fertilizer once in February. Very low fertility requirements — avoid excess nitrogen which promotes disease-susceptible soft growth.

Tolerans Sèl

High (9/10) — suitable for coastal locations

Suitable for coastal planting across all 5 South Florida counties.

Wotè Matire
11 ft
Lajè Matire
69 ft
Vitès Kwasans
slow-moderate
Bezwen Dlo
1/10
Nòt Florida
Florida #1
Pri Enstalasyon
$
Zòn USDA
6, 7, 8, 9, 10a
Estati FLEPPC
None
Nòt Iguàn
8/10

Kote pou Achte nan Sid Florid

Jwenn Blue Pacific Shore Juniper nan pepinyè Sid Florid — verifye disponiblite ak pri nan pepinyè pre ou.

Kesyon Souvan Poze

How fast does Blue Pacific Shore Juniper grow in South Florida?

Blue Pacific Shore Juniper has a slow-moderate growth rate. In South Florida's warm, humid climate it typically establishes quickly with proper watering and fertilization.

Is Blue Pacific Shore Juniper safe for pets?

Blue Pacific Shore Juniper is not safe for pets. TOXIC to dogs and cats — Juniperus species contain volatile oils and resin acids that cause GI distress including vomiting, diarrhea, and potential kidney irritation if plant material is ingested. Mandatory written client disclosure at installation.

How much water does Blue Pacific Shore Juniper need in South Florida?

Low water needs (1/10). Once established (12–18 months), Blue Pacific Shore Juniper is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.

Can Blue Pacific Shore Juniper tolerate salt air in South Florida?

Blue Pacific Shore Juniper has high salt tolerance (9/10) and is well-suited for coastal South Florida, including areas with salt air in Miami-Dade, Broward, Palm Beach, Collier, and Monroe counties.

Is Blue Pacific Shore Juniper available in Miami-Dade County?

In Miami-Dade County, Blue Pacific Shore Juniper is classified as: allowed. Allowed.

Disponiblite pa Konte nan Sid Florid

Miami-Dade County

Allowed

Allowed. Limited Miami-Dade availability and reduced performance — zone 10b heat and summer humidity increase disease pressure significantly.

✓ Bon pou Kòt

USDA Zone 10a–11. Tropical climate, year-round warmth and humidity.

Wè Gid Konte →

Broward County

Allowed

Allowed. Moderate Broward performance in coastal oceanfront and Intracoastal locations where direct salt air exposure and maximum sun are available.

✓ Bon pou Kòt

USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical with warm winters and wet/dry seasons.

Wè Gid Konte →

Palm Beach County

Allowed

Allowed. Best South Florida performance county for Blue Pacific — zone 9-10a conditions combined with excellent coastal sandy soils and ocean exposure provide optimal performance.

✓ Bon pou Kòt

USDA Zone 9b–10b. Transitional zone with occasional winter cold in north.

Wè Gid Konte →

Collier County

Allowed

Allowed. Moderate Collier performance in well-drained coastal Naples and Marco Island sites.

✓ Bon pou Kòt

USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical Gulf Coast with seasonal flooding.

Wè Gid Konte →

Monroe County

Allowed

Allowed. Used in Monroe County coastal landscapes where extreme salt tolerance (9/10) is a primary site requirement.

✓ Bon pou Kòt

USDA Zone 11. Tropical maritime, highest salt exposure of all 5 counties.

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