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The best time to plant juniper and other plants

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Question

Is it too late to plant juniper? I want to use it as a border for my front yard. Will it take long to grow?
Karen
Pacifica

Answer

This time of year is, in fact, the best time to plant. Junipers planted now will establish root structures over the winter and spring and have much lower water requirements the first summer. The speed at which Junipers grow is dependent upon the variety, though most are slow the first year. Decide what the ultimate size plant you want and let one of our team members know and they will gladly recommend an appropriate variety.

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