Golden Pfitzer Juniper
Juniperus x pfitzeriana 'Aurea'
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Understanding Plant Options
Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:
- Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
- Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements
Container Plant Sizes
Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.
Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 2" x 2" x 3" | 0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts | 0.20 - 0.23 dry liters |
| 4" Container | 0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts | 0.35 - 0.96 dry liters |
| 4.5" Container | 0.65 dry quarts | 0.72 dry liters |
| 6" Container | 1.4 dry quarts | 1.59 dry liters |
| 1 Quart | 1 dry quart | 1.1 dry liters |
| 5.5" Container | 1.89 dry quarts | 2.08 dry liters |
Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Quart | 2 dry quarts | 2.2 dry liters |
| #1 Container | 2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts | 2.49 - 4.11 dry liters |
| 5" x 5" x 12" | 3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts | 3.85 - 4.74 dry liters |
Mature Plants (2-4 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #2 Container | 1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons | 5.24 - 7.75 dry liters |
| #3 Container | 2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons | 8.14 - 12.16 dry liters |
Large Plants (3-5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #5 Container | 2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons | 12.86 - 20.35 dry liters |
| #6 Container | 5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons | 23.12 - 26.42 dry liters |
| #7 Container | 5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons | 26.34 - 28.76 dry liters |
Bare Root Plants
Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.
Common Sizes:
- Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
- Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet
Important Notes
Container Volume Specifications
- Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
- Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
- Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents
Growing Conditions
- Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
- Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
- Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment
Seasonal Availability
- Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
- Container plants are available throughout the growing season
- Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes
Questions?
For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.
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Your order is protected by our compliance system that:
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- Ensures plants meet your state's agricultural requirements
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Plant Profile & Growing Essentials
Cold hardy, Low Maintenance, Evergreen, Deer-resistant, Salt Tolerant, Heat Tolerant, Drought resistant, Hedge/Screen, Slopes/Erosion Control, Container Friendly, and Non-invasive
Specifications
Specifications
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Growth RateModerate
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Bloom PeriodLate Spring
Planting & Care Instructions
Planting & Care Instructions
Growing Zones 4-9
A great golden Juniper that handles tough conditions and seaside gardens, the Golden Pfitzer Juniper Bush (Juniperus x pfitzeriana 'Aurea') is a fast-growing evergreen! Both Golden Pfitzer's slightly drooping branches old-growth foliage and new growth are bright gold, giving the plant its common name.
Golden Pfitzer grows to a nice 4-5 feet in height but spreads up to 6-8 feet wide! One plant will cover some serious ground as its branches from one low central point, with scaly, red-brown bark. The foliage is pungent when crushed and finely textured.
Grey berries are inconspicuous on female shrubs, less than 1/4 inch, and do not pose a litter problem but birds will seek them out for some winter nourishment. But most of these shrubs are male so there are usually no cones.
Pest and disease-free, Golden Pfitzer grows throughout USDA planting zones 4 to 9, these fast-growing golden evergreen shrubs shine throughout the entire year, staying golden green spring, summer, autumn, and winter!
Landscape Application:
This outstanding ornamental can withstand the difficult growing conditions in urban areas or at the seashore, so is one of the more widely planted Junipers in those areas! As a colorful year-round accent, hedge, or low-maintenance foundation planting, you'll gain screening and motion when you include this gilded Juniper in your landscape plan!
Great as year-round backdrops and living fences, these golden Junipers light up your landscape and provide contrast when included in a mixed shrub border!
- Evergreen With Gold Fine-Textured Foliage
- Fragrant Foliage When Crushed
- Great Medium Sized Fast-Growing Shrub
- Red, Scaly Bark & Stems
- Bird-Friendly Bushes
- Hedges, Screening, Foundations, Massing & Easy Year-Round Greenery
#ProPlantTips for Care:
Grows best in full sun, but will tolerate some shade. Golden Pfitzer grows best in well-drained soils, and regular water during their first year in the ground, but once established, Junipers are low-water usage plants! Thriving in some tricky sites like gravel or rocky soil, thin or poor soil locations, and tolerating coastal sites. In spring, prune back any wayward branches if needed.
- Full Sun Shrubs
- Must Have Well-Drained Soil
- Moderate to Low Moisture Needs
- Prune In Spring If Needed
- Handles Tough Sites, Shrugs Off Deer & Urban Pollution
Gold year-round greenery, the bushy fine-textured fast-growth fills your garden with bright color! Order yours now at NatureHills.com and bring this gilded beauty into your landscape plan!
