Life Span
Perennial
Perennial
Type
Tree
Needled or Scaled Evergreen
Origin
Europe, Turkey
Southern Europe, Central Asia, Western Asia
Types
-
Ryukyu Juniper,Gamboa Juniper
Habitat
hedge rows, Woodlands
Riverbanks, Sandy areas
USDA Hardiness Zone
2-9
4-7
Sunset Zone
4, 5, 6, 7, 8
A2, A3, 1a, 1b, 2a, 2b, 3a, 3b, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24
Habit
Upright/Erect
Spreading
Flower Color
Yellow, Green, Orange Red
Blue, Purple
Flower Color Modifier
Bicolor
Bicolor
Fruit Color
Green
Blue Violet, Purple
Leaf Color in Spring
Light Green
Green
Leaf Color in Summer
Dark Green
Green
Leaf Color in Fall
Lemon yellow, Yellow green, Orange Red
Green
Leaf Color in Winter
-
Green
Leaf Shape
Ovate
Needle like
Plant Season
Summer, Fall, Winter
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Sunlight
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Full Sun
Type of Soil
Loam
Loam, Sand
The pH of Soil
Acidic, Neutral
Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline
Soil Drainage
Average
Well drained
Tolerances
Drought, Pollution, Variety of soil types
Drought
Where to Plant?
Ground
Ground
How to Plant?
Grafting, Seedlings
Seedlings
Plant Maintenance
Low
Medium
Watering Requirements
Average Water Needs, Do Not over Water, Keep the ground moist but not water-logged, Requires regular watering
Allow to dry out slightly between watering, Needs less watering
In Summer
Lots of watering
Moderate
In Spring
Moderate
Alternate Days
In Winter
Average Water
Average Water
Soil pH
Acidic, Neutral
Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline
Soil Type
Loam
Loam, Sand
Soil Drainage Capacity
Average
Well drained
Sun Exposure
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Full Sun
Pruning
Cut or pinch the stems, Remove damaged leaves, Remove dead branches, Remove dead leaves
Prune if you want to improve plant shape, Prune to control growth, Remove damaged leaves, Remove dead branches
Fertilizers
All-Purpose Liquid Fertilizer, Nitrogen, Water soluble fertilizers
All-Purpose Liquid Fertilizer
Pests and Diseases
Aphids, Caterpillars, Powdery mildew
Red blotch, Rust
Plant Tolerance
Drought, Pollution, Variety of soil types
Drought
Flowers
Insignificant
Insignificant
Flower Petal Number
-
Single
Fragrant Bark/Stem
No
Yes
Foliage Texture
Medium
Medium
Foliage Sheen
Glossy
Matte
Attracts
Birds
Birds, Butterflies, Hummingbirds
Allergy
Asthma, conjunctivitis, Pollen, Rhinitis
Asthma, Mouth itching, Red eyes, wheezing
Aesthetic Uses
Cottage Garden
Beautification, Ground Cover
Beauty Benefits
Skin irritation, Stops hair loss
Acne, Perfumes
Environmental Uses
Air purification, Shelter for wildlife
Forms dense stands, Nesting sites for birds, Wildlife
Medicinal Uses
Cold, Cough, Diarrhea, Hair Loss, Headache, hemorrhoids, Rheumatism, Sore throat
Antioxidants, Diuretic, Gout, Laxative
Part of Plant Used
Leaves
Fruits
Other Uses
Cosmetics, Used as Ornamental plant, Used for its medicinal properties
Application in Furniture, Making Perfumes, Oil is used for aromatherapy, Oil is used in perfume, soaps, creams, etc.
Used As Indoor Plant
No
Sometimes
Used As Outdoor Plant
Yes
Yes
Garden Design
Feature Plant, Shade Trees
Foundation, Groundcover, Hedges, Mixed Border, Rock Garden, Wall
Botanical Name
Carpinus betulus
JUNIPERUS sabina 'Arcadia'
Common Name
Common Hornbeam, European Hornbeam
Greek Juniper
In German
Hainbuche
Wacholder
In French
charme
Genévrier
In Spanish
carpe
Juniperus
In Greek
γαύρος
Greek Juniper
In Portuguese
choupo-branco
Jałowiec
In Latin
Item carpinus
Juniperus
Phylum
Magnoliophyta
Coniferophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Pinopsida
Family
Betulaceae
Cupressaceae
Clade
Angiosperms, Eudicots, Rosids
-
Subfamily
Coryloideae
Cupressoideae
Season and Care of Hornbeam and Juniper
Season and care of Hornbeam and Juniper is important to know. While considering everything about Hornbeam and Juniper Care, growing season is an essential factor. Hornbeam season is Summer, Fall and Winter and Juniper season is Summer, Fall and Winter. The type of soil for Hornbeam is Loam and for Juniper is Loam, Sand while the PH of soil for Hornbeam is Acidic, Neutral and for Juniper is Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline.
Hornbeam and Juniper Physical Information
Hornbeam and Juniper physical information is very important for comparison. Hornbeam height is 610.00 cm and width 610.00 cm whereas Juniper height is 30.00 cm and width 180.00 cm. The color specification of Hornbeam and Juniper are as follows:
Hornbeam flower color: Yellow, Green and Orange Red
Hornbeam leaf color: Light Green
Juniper flower color: Blue and Purple
- Juniper leaf color: Green
Care of Hornbeam and Juniper
Care of Hornbeam and Juniper include pruning, fertilizers, watering etc. Hornbeam pruning is done Cut or pinch the stems, Remove damaged leaves, Remove dead branches and Remove dead leaves and Juniper pruning is done Prune if you want to improve plant shape, Prune to control growth, Remove damaged leaves and Remove dead branches. In summer Hornbeam needs Lots of watering and in winter, it needs Average Water. Whereas, in summer Juniper needs Moderate and in winter, it needs Average Water.