Juniperus deppeana
Alligator Bark Juniper
Description
A tree with scale like leaves, this juniper can reach a size of 40' high and 30' wide. The distinctive bark is hard, dark brown gray, cracked into small square plates, thus resembling alligator skin. Orange pollen fills the air in winter, which causes strong allergic reactions for some people. Irrigate weekly after the Juniper is established, especially during the summer. Flowers are inconspicuous. This tree is very slow growing and thus suited for a patio or in a container.
Plant Type
Tree
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
n/a
Flower Season
n/a
Leaf Color
Blue Green
Bark Color
Brown, Red
Fruit Color
Blue
Fruit Season
Winter
Leaf Season
Evergreen
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Slow
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam, Rocky
Soil Condition
Well-drained, Dry
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
Allergenic
Design Styles
Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish
Accenting Features
Multi-trunk Tree
Seasonal Interest
Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Lawn, Patio
Special Uses
Container, Shade Tree
Attracts Wildlife
Birds
Water Saving Tip:
Even during our hottest months we don't need to water daily.
Give your plants a chance to breathe.
Water late at night or in the early morning hours to avoid losses to wind and evaporation.