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Water Requirements
Once established (12–18 months), Blue Pacific Shore Juniper is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.
Very low water needs — near zero once established. 2x per week during first 6-month establishment period only. After establishment: rainfall sufficient for most coastal South Florida locations. ZERO supplemental irrigation June-October mandatory. Excess moisture is the primary failure cause.
Soil and Fertilization
Fertilizer: Light balanced slow-release granular. Low nitrogen preferred to avoid fungal disease susceptibility.
Schedule: Light balanced slow-release fertilizer once in February. Very low fertility requirements — avoid excess nitrogen which promotes disease-susceptible soft growth.
Salt Tolerance
Suitable for coastal planting across all 5 South Florida counties.
- Mature Height
- 1–1 ft
- Mature Width
- 6–9 ft
- Growth Rate
- slow-moderate
- Water Demand
- 1/10
- Florida Grade
- Florida #1
- Installed Cost
- $
- USDA Zones
- 6, 7, 8, 9, 10a
- FLEPPC Status
- None
- Iguana Rating
- 8/10
Where to Buy in South Florida
Find Blue Pacific Shore Juniper at South Florida nurseries — check availability and pricing at nurseries near you.
Frequently Asked Questions
How fast does Blue Pacific Shore Juniper grow in South Florida?
Blue Pacific Shore Juniper has a slow-moderate growth rate. In South Florida's warm, humid climate it typically establishes quickly with proper watering and fertilization.
Is Blue Pacific Shore Juniper safe for pets?
Blue Pacific Shore Juniper is not safe for pets. TOXIC to dogs and cats — Juniperus species contain volatile oils and resin acids that cause GI distress including vomiting, diarrhea, and potential kidney irritation if plant material is ingested. Mandatory written client disclosure at installation.
How much water does Blue Pacific Shore Juniper need in South Florida?
Low water needs (1/10). Once established (12–18 months), Blue Pacific Shore Juniper is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.
Can Blue Pacific Shore Juniper tolerate salt air in South Florida?
Blue Pacific Shore Juniper has high salt tolerance (9/10) and is well-suited for coastal South Florida, including areas with salt air in Miami-Dade, Broward, Palm Beach, Collier, and Monroe counties.
Is Blue Pacific Shore Juniper available in Miami-Dade County?
In Miami-Dade County, Blue Pacific Shore Juniper is classified as: allowed. Allowed.
County Availability in South Florida
Miami-Dade County
Allowed. Limited Miami-Dade availability and reduced performance — zone 10b heat and summer humidity increase disease pressure significantly.
✓ Coastal OK
USDA Zone 10a–11. Tropical climate, year-round warmth and humidity.
View County Guide →Broward County
Allowed. Moderate Broward performance in coastal oceanfront and Intracoastal locations where direct salt air exposure and maximum sun are available.
✓ Coastal OK
USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical with warm winters and wet/dry seasons.
View County Guide →Palm Beach County
Allowed. Best South Florida performance county for Blue Pacific — zone 9-10a conditions combined with excellent coastal sandy soils and ocean exposure provide optimal performance.
✓ Coastal OK
USDA Zone 9b–10b. Transitional zone with occasional winter cold in north.
View County Guide →Collier County
Allowed. Moderate Collier performance in well-drained coastal Naples and Marco Island sites.
✓ Coastal OK
USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical Gulf Coast with seasonal flooding.
View County Guide →Monroe County
Allowed. Used in Monroe County coastal landscapes where extreme salt tolerance (9/10) is a primary site requirement.
✓ Coastal OK
USDA Zone 11. Tropical maritime, highest salt exposure of all 5 counties.
View County Guide →Full ordinance references and permit requirements available to Professional subscribers. Always verify current county requirements before installation.
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