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Saybrook Gold Juniper
Saybrook Gold Juniper
$46.00
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| 10-19 | 10% off | $41.40 ea |
| 20+ | 15% off | $39.10 ea |
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Juniperus chinensis 'Saybrook Gold'
Choose Saybrook Gold Juniper for dry banks or open beds where you want gold evergreen cover without fuss. The tradeoff: it spreads wide and looks messy if squeezed along walks or foundations.
Buy This If
- You need tough evergreen groundcover.
- You want gold color, not flowers.
- You have room for spread.
Skip This If
- You want a neat mounded shrub.
- The site stays wet.
- Shade dominates the planting area.
PGNE Report Card
| Category | Grade | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Landscape Impact | A- | The gold foliage gives strong contrast, but it can look harsh if overused. |
| Growth Rate | B+ | It fills ground faster than many conifers once rooted, but it is not instant cover. |
| Maintenance | A- | It needs little pruning if given room, but shaping it tightly is awkward. |
| Deer Resistance | A- | Deer usually pass this by, since the foliage deters browsing, though no plant is completely immune where pressure is severe. |
| Small Space Fit | C | It spreads wide, so it only works in small spaces if the edges are planned carefully. |
| Screening Value | F | It is too low for privacy, hiding utilities, or blocking views. |
Our Experience
At PGNE, we'd typically recommend Saybrook Gold Juniper for open, bright, lean sites where mulch keeps washing out. Give it room early; trying to keep it small defeats the point of this plant.
Plant Facts
| Mature Height | 1 ft |
|---|---|
| Mature Width | 7 ft |
| Hardiness Zones | 4a-9a |
| Spacing | 5.5 ft |
| Sun | Full Sun |
| Moisture | Dry to average |
| Growth Habit | Low, spreading, groundcover |
Customers Usually Ask
Will it help with weeds?
Yes, once it fills in, but you still need weed control while it establishes.
Can I plant it by a walkway?
Only if there is room for spreading growth; otherwise choose a tighter plant.
Does the gold color hold?
Best color comes in bright exposure; too much shade makes it greener and thinner.
Why Choose Shrubs for a Stronger Landscape?
- Structure & Definition: Shrubs frame homes, define walkways, and create organized planting beds.
- Privacy & Screening: Many varieties grow dense and full, making them ideal for natural hedges and property boundaries.
- Seasonal Color & Texture: From evergreen foliage to flowering varieties, shrubs provide visual interest in every season.
Shrubs Grown to Perform in New England
At Pro Growers of New England, our shrubs are grown and maintained locally to perform in true New England conditions. From flowering varieties to evergreen foundation plants, each shrub is properly spaced, pruned, and cared for to develop strong root systems and balanced structure before it ever reaches your landscape.
Unlike large online sellers that ship plants long distances, we invite you to visit our nursery, walk the rows, and inspect the exact shrubs available. You can see the size, health, and fullness in person — ensuring there are no surprises upon delivery.
Unlike large online sellers that ship plants long distances, we invite you to visit our nursery, walk the rows, and inspect the exact shrubs available. You can see the size, health, and fullness in person — ensuring there are no surprises upon delivery.
Pro Growers of New England, Inc
SKU:PGNE-31184
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