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

Juniperus conferta

Family: Cupressaceae · Groundcover

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Usos no Paisagismo

coastal groundcoverslope erosion controloceanfront plantingright of wayformal groundcover

Tags de Estilo

formalcoastaldrought tolerantarchitectural

Guia de Cultivo para o Sul da Flórida

Requisitos de Luz

Full Sun

Requisitos de Água

Low1/10

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

Very low water once established. Native to coastal drought conditions. 1x per week dry season maximum. No overhead irrigation — reduces disease risk.

Solo e Fertilização

sandycoastal sandywell drained

Fertilizer: Balanced slow-release. Low maintenance.

Schedule: February and September light balanced slow-release fertilizer.

Tolerância ao Sal

High (8/10) — suitable for coastal locations

Suitable for coastal planting across all 5 South Florida counties.

Altura Madura
12 ft
Largura Madura
48 ft
Taxa de Crescimento
moderate
Demanda de Água
1/10
Grau Florida
Florida #1
Custo Instalado
$$
Zonas USDA
6, 7, 8, 9, 10a
Status FLEPPC
None
Classificação Iguana
8/10

Onde Comprar no Sul da Flórida

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Perguntas Frequentes

How fast does Shore Juniper grow in South Florida?

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

Is Shore Juniper safe for pets?

Yes, Shore Juniper is considered pet-safe.

How much water does Shore Juniper need in South Florida?

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

Can Shore Juniper tolerate salt air in South Florida?

Shore Juniper has high salt tolerance (8/10) and is well-suited for coastal South Florida, including areas with salt air in Miami-Dade, Broward, Palm Beach, Collier, and Monroe counties.

Is Shore Juniper available in Miami-Dade County?

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

Disponibilidade por Município no Sul da Flórida

Miami-Dade County

Allowed

Allowed. Limited availability.

✓ Apto para costa

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

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Broward County

Allowed

Allowed. Moderate availability.

✓ Apto para costa

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

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Palm Beach County

Allowed

Allowed. Most commonly specified and best-performing in Palm Beach County.

✓ Apto para costa

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

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Collier County

Allowed

Allowed. Available from major nurseries.

✓ Apto para costa

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

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Monroe County

Allowed

Allowed but marginal — zone 10b may be too warm and humid for best performance. Limited availability.

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

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