Shrubs

Juniperus chinensis 'Robusta Green'

Robusta Green juniper

Robusta Green Chinese juniper is the mature, irregular upright specimen in the center; surrounding plants are other conifers. Photo: F. D. Richards / Flickr, CC BY-SA 2.0; Reference garden photo, not current nursery stock.

Irregular upright branches carry a mixture of juvenile and adult gray-green foliage, creating an informal column. This evergreen makes a characterful specimen rather than a tightly uniform hedge. The ten-year size is a guide; established plants continue to grow.

At a glance

Sun: Full sun
Size at stated age: 6 ft. at 10 years tall × 4.5 ft. at 10 years wide
Water: Well-drained soil; avoid prolonged wetness
Hardiness: USDA zones 4–9 (species reference; cultivar performance may differ)

Sizes & prices

#5Juniper$74.99

Catalog updated September 8, 2026. This is not a live stock count; please call to confirm availability and price.

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Seasonal interest

Foliage: Evergreen.

Growing & care

Pruning: Little pruning needed; keep cuts within leafy growth, not bare old wood.

Sources & photo credits

American Conifer Society

Royal Horticultural Society

NC State Extension

Photo: F. D. Richards / Flickr, CC BY-SA 2.0; resized for web. · CC BY-SA 2.0

Image notes: Robusta Green Chinese juniper is the mature, irregular upright specimen in the center; surrounding plants are other conifers. Photo: F. D. Richards / Flickr, CC BY-SA 2.0; resized for web. Reference garden photo, not current nursery stock.

Reviewed September 21, 2026. Growing conditions vary by location.