Gold Lace Juniper is a stunning evergreen shrub that grows up to 3 feet tall and wide. It's grown in zones 4-9 and is perfect for borders or as a ground cover.
Gold Lace Juniper
Gold Lace Juniper (Juniperus chinensis 'Gold Lace') is a popular evergreen shrub that is known for its striking gold foliage and its ability to thrive in a variety of growing conditions. It is a relatively low-maintenance plant that is easy to care for and can add a touch of elegance to any landscape.
Gold Lace Juniper typically grows to a height of 4-5 feet and a width of 6-7 feet. It has a dense, mounding habit and soft, feathery foliage that is a bright golden color all year round. The plant is relatively slow-growing, but it can be pruned to maintain its desired size and shape.
Gold Lace Juniper is relatively low-maintenance. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant once established, but it will benefit from regular watering during the first year after planting. Fertilize Gold Lace Juniper once a year in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.
Gold Lace Juniper is a versatile plant that can be used in a variety of ways in the landscape. It can be planted as a specimen plant, in groups, or in borders. It is also a good choice for growing in containers. Gold Lace Juniper can also be used to create hedges and topiaries.
Here are some additional tips for growing Gold Lace Juniper:
- Mulch around the base of the plant with a 2-3 inch layer of organic mulch to help retain moisture and suppress weeds.
- Protect Gold Lace Juniper from deer and rabbits, which may damage the foliage.
- Prune Gold Lace Juniper in the late winter or early spring to remove any dead or diseased wood and to shape the plant as desired.
- Deadhead spent flower clusters to encourage new growth.
With proper care, Gold Lace Juniper can thrive for many years to come and add a touch of beauty and elegance to your landscape.
Here are some specific examples of how Gold Lace Juniper can be used in the landscape:
- As a specimen plant, Gold Lace Juniper can be used to create a focal point in the garden. It can be planted in the center of a lawn, near a patio or deck, or in a prominent location along a walkway.
- Gold Lace Juniper can also be planted in groups to create a stunning display of color and texture. Groups of three to five plants are ideal for creating a bold and eye-catching focal point.
- Gold Lace Juniper can also be used to create borders. When planted in a row, Gold Lace Juniper can create a beautiful and elegant border that will add interest and definition to the landscape.
- Gold Lace Juniper can also be grown in containers. This makes it a versatile option for patios, decks, and balconies. When growing Gold Lace Juniper in a container, be sure to choose a pot that is large enough to accommodate the plant's mature size and that has drainage holes.
- Gold Lace Juniper can also be used to create hedges and topiaries. Its dense, mounding habit and soft, feathery foliage make it a good choice for creating a privacy screen or hedge.
No matter how you choose to use it, Gold Lace Juniper is a beautiful and versatile plant that will add a touch of beauty and elegance to your landscape.
Note: The plant is shipped in its pot, firmly secured with several layers of clear tape, thereby avoiding any shuffling and moving during transit. The plant reaches you with minimal damage- very safe and secure. We have been shipping plants like this for several years (plant are sometimes shipped in smaller pots for safety and ease of shipping). Most plants go dormant in fall and winter and will lose most of their leaves - looking dead and dry - very normal. They will flush out in spring.
We cannot send ship some plants and some sizes to California due to restrictions placed by department of agriculture.
