Juniperus x media Hetzii

Common Name: Hetz Juniper

Description:
Juniperus × media 'Hetzii' is a hardy, fast-growing evergreen conifer with a broad, spreading habit and dense, blue-green foliage. Its attractive, fine-textured needles create a lush, year-round display, making it an excellent choice for hedging, screening, or as a feature shrub in garden beds. This variety is highly adaptable and thrives in well-drained soils, preferring full sun but tolerating part shade. ‘Hetzii’ is drought-tolerant, pest-resistant, and requires minimal maintenance, making it a durable option for Melbourne gardens. With its versatility and resilience, this juniper is ideal for both formal and informal landscapes.

Form:

• Shrub - Large
• Suitable for Hedging

Mature Size:

• Height: 2–3 m
• Width: 2–4 m

Aspect:

• Full Sun
• Part Shade

Flowering:

• Does not flower under Melbourne's weather conditions

Flower Colour:

• N/A

Key Attributes:

• Suitable for Hedging
• Suitable for Screening
• Disease Resistant
• Drought Tolerant
• Low Maintenance
• Year-round Colour Interest

Toxicity:

• Non-toxic to humans
• Mildly toxic to pets if ingested in large quantities

Companion Plants:

• Lavandula (Lavender)
• Buxus (Boxwood)
• Miscanthus (Maiden Grass)
• Acer palmatum (Japanese Maple)
• Thymus (Creeping Thyme)