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Shore Juniper (Juniperus conferta) growing in South Florida
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Shore Juniper — South Florida Plant Guide

Juniperus conferta

Family: Cupressaceae · Groundcover

Legal status pending editorial verification. Confirm with your county before installation.

Usos en Paisajismo

coastal groundcoverslope erosion controloceanfront plantingright of wayformal groundcover

Etiquetas de Estilo

formalcoastaldrought tolerantarchitectural

Guía de Cultivo para el Sur de Florida

Requisitos de Luz

Full Sun

Requisitos de Agua

Low1/10

Once established (12–18 months), Shore Juniper is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.

Very low water once established. Native to coastal drought conditions. 1x per week dry season maximum. No overhead irrigation — reduces disease risk.

Suelo y Fertilización

sandycoastal sandywell drained

Fertilizer: Balanced slow-release. Low maintenance.

Schedule: February and September light balanced slow-release fertilizer.

Tolerancia a la Sal

High (8/10) — suitable for coastal locations

Suitable for coastal planting across all 5 South Florida counties.

Altura Madura
12 ft
Ancho Maduro
48 ft
Tasa de Crecimiento
moderate
Demanda de Agua
1/10
Grado Florida
Florida #1
Costo Instalado
$$
Zonas USDA
6, 7, 8, 9, 10a
Estado FLEPPC
None
Calificación Iguana
8/10

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Preguntas Frecuentes

How fast does Shore Juniper grow in South Florida?

Shore Juniper has a moderate growth rate. In South Florida's warm, humid climate it typically establishes quickly with proper watering and fertilization.

Is Shore Juniper safe for pets?

Yes, Shore Juniper is considered pet-safe.

How much water does Shore Juniper need in South Florida?

Low water needs (1/10). Once established (12–18 months), Shore Juniper is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.

Can Shore Juniper tolerate salt air in South Florida?

Shore Juniper has high salt tolerance (8/10) and is well-suited for coastal South Florida, including areas with salt air in Miami-Dade, Broward, Palm Beach, Collier, and Monroe counties.

Is Shore Juniper available in Miami-Dade County?

In Miami-Dade County, Shore Juniper is classified as: allowed. Allowed.

Disponibilidad por Condado en el Sur de Florida

Miami-Dade County

Allowed

Allowed. Limited availability.

✓ Apto para costa

USDA Zone 10a–11. Tropical climate, year-round warmth and humidity.

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Broward County

Allowed

Allowed. Moderate availability.

✓ Apto para costa

USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical with warm winters and wet/dry seasons.

Ver Guía del Condado →

Palm Beach County

Allowed

Allowed. Most commonly specified and best-performing in Palm Beach County.

✓ Apto para costa

USDA Zone 9b–10b. Transitional zone with occasional winter cold in north.

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Collier County

Allowed

Allowed. Available from major nurseries.

✓ Apto para costa

USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical Gulf Coast with seasonal flooding.

Ver Guía del Condado →

Monroe County

Allowed

Allowed but marginal — zone 10b may be too warm and humid for best performance. Limited availability.

USDA Zone 11. Tropical maritime, highest salt exposure of all 5 counties.

Ver Guía del Condado →

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