Juniperus chinensis ‘Spartan’ | 42mm Tube

Juniperus chinensis ‘Spartan’ is an upright evergreen conifer with dense, deep-green foliage and a naturally slender, conical form. Its narrow growth makes it well suited to formal gardens, screening and areas where horizontal space is limited.

Key Features

• Dense deep-green evergreen foliage
• Naturally upright, conical growth habit
• Provides year-round structure and privacy
• Suitable for hedging, screening and topiary
• Can be grown naturally with minimal pruning
• Frost hardy once established
• Tolerates dry periods once established
• Suitable for full sun or light shade

Suitable Uses

• Formal hedges
• Privacy screening
• Feature planting
• Driveways and entrances
• Poolside landscaping
• Topiary
• Pots and large containers
• Narrow garden spaces

Plant Details

• Botanical name: Juniperus chinensis ‘Spartan’
• Common name: Spartan Juniper
• Plant type: Evergreen conifer
• Mature height: Approximately 5m
• Mature width: Approximately 2m
• Growth habit: Upright and conical
• Growth rate: Moderate to fast
• Foliage: Dense, deep green
• Position: Full sun to part shade
• Soil: Free-draining soil
• Water needs: Regular while establishing; lower once established
• Frost tolerance: Frost hardy once established
• Supplied as: One young plant in a 42mm-wide × 80mm-high tube pot

Mature size and growth rate will vary depending on climate, soil, water availability and pruning.

Planting and Care

Plant in full sun to part shade in well-draining soil. Water regularly during the first 12 weeks and during extended dry periods while the root system becomes established.

Avoid planting in waterlogged areas, as junipers require good drainage. Apply mulch around the root zone while keeping it clear of the stem.

‘Spartan’ naturally develops a dense, upright form and can be left unpruned. Alternatively, trim lightly to maintain a formal hedge, column or topiary shape. Avoid cutting heavily into old, bare wood.

Screening and Spacing

For a continuous screen or hedge, space plants approximately 1–1.5m apart. Allow additional room if you prefer each plant to retain a distinct individual shape.

Frequently Asked Questions

How large will Spartan Juniper grow?
It can reach approximately 5m high and 2m wide under suitable conditions.

Is it suitable for screening?
Yes. Its dense foliage and upright growth make it suitable for narrow privacy screens and formal hedges.

How far apart should I plant them?
Space plants approximately 1–1.5m apart when creating a continuous screen.

Does it need regular pruning?
No. It naturally develops an attractive conical form. Pruning is only necessary when creating a formal hedge or topiary.

Can it grow in a pot?
Yes, particularly while young. Choose a large container with good drainage and repot as the plant develops.

Can it tolerate frost?
Yes. It is frost hardy once established, although newly planted tubestock may benefit from protection during severe frost.

Is it drought tolerant?
Established plants can tolerate dry periods. Regular watering is essential while the young plant establishes.

Is this a mature screening plant?
No. You will receive one young plant in a 42mm-wide × 80mm-high tube pot. It will require time to develop into a mature screen.

Please Note

Stock images are used for illustrative purposes only and do not show the exact plant supplied. You will receive one young plant in a 42mm tube pot. Plant size, shape, foliage and seasonal appearance will vary naturally.