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(Juniperus sabina)
Savin Juniper (Juniperus sabina)
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S. Rae from Scotland, UK
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Estimated Native Range
Summary
Juniperus sabina, commonly known as Savin Juniper, is an evergreen shrub native to a variety of habitats including rocky hillsides, open woodlands, and alpine areas across Europe and Western and Central Asia. It exhibits a highly variable form, typically reaching 1–4 meters (3+1⁄2–13 feet) in height. Savin Juniper is largely dioecious, meaning there are separate male and female plants, although some individuals may be monoecious, producing both male and female cones. The female cones are notable for their berry-like appearance, measuring 5–9 mm in diameter, blue-black with a whitish waxy bloom, and containing 1-3 seeds; they mature in about 18 months. Male cones are smaller, 2–4 mm long, and release pollen in early spring.
Savin Juniper is valued for its low maintenance, tolerance to a range of soil conditions, and its ability to thrive in full sun. Its dense, evergreen foliage provides year-round interest, making it a popular choice for ground cover, hedges, and topiary in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control on slopes. Cultivars offer variations in form and foliage color. However, gardeners should be cautious as the plant contains toxic compounds that can be harmful if ingested and can cause skin irritation.CC BY-SA 4.0
Savin Juniper is valued for its low maintenance, tolerance to a range of soil conditions, and its ability to thrive in full sun. Its dense, evergreen foliage provides year-round interest, making it a popular choice for ground cover, hedges, and topiary in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control on slopes. Cultivars offer variations in form and foliage color. However, gardeners should be cautious as the plant contains toxic compounds that can be harmful if ingested and can cause skin irritation.CC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type: Shrub, Tree
- Height: 4-6 feet
- Width: 5-10 feet
- Growth Rate: Slow
- Flower Color: N/A
- Flowering Season: Non-Flowering
- Leaf Retention: Evergreen
Growth Requirements
- Sun: Full Sun
- Water: Medium
- Drainage: Fast, Medium
Common Uses
Bank Stabilization, Bird Garden, Border Plant, Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Erosion Control, Fragrant, Hedges, Hummingbird Garden, Low Maintenance, Rabbit Resistant, Rock Garden, Salt Tolerant, Street Planting
Natural Habitat
Rocky hillsides, open woodlands, and alpine areas across Europe and Western and Central Asia
Other Names
Common Names: Savin , Sabina , Chvojka Klášterská , Jalovec Chvojka , Jungfernpalme , Sadebaum , Sebenbaum , Stinkwacholder , Stink-Wacholder , Sade-Wacholder
Scientific Names: Juniperus sabina , Juniperus davurica var. maritima , Juniperus officinalis , Juniperus sabina var. macrocarpa
GBIF Accepted Name: Juniperus sabina L.