£13.55
This Juniper cultivar grows slowly, reaching heights of approximately 1-1.2m. It has a compact and columnar shape, adorned with closely-set, bright yellow-green prickly needles. During the winter months, this foliage takes on a stunning golden-yellow hue.
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Common Juniper ‘Gold Cone’ Juniperus communis ‘Gold Cone’ is a brilliant evergreen shrub that brings vivid colour to gardens. This tall, narrow juniper is loved for its golden-yellow foliage that creates wonderful contrasts with surrounding plants. The ‘Gold Cone’ form truly matches its name, developing a slender, conical shape that provides height and structure to garden spaces.
This cultivar grows slowly, usually reaching 2-3 metres tall over a decade, while staying narrow at just 0.5-1 metre wide. Its compact nature suits smaller gardens, rockeries, or larger pots perfectly. The slim profile works well for creating height without using much space, making it great for narrow spots or as a standout feature in compact areas.
The dense, needle-like leaves of ‘Gold Cone’ cluster tightly along the stems, giving a crisp, orderly look. The brilliant golden colour shows best on fresh growth and in bright sunlight, offering interest throughout the year. During winter months, the foliage often develops bronze hints, bringing extra seasonal colour to gardens.
Common Juniper grows naturally across the UK and Northern Hemisphere, so ‘Gold Cone’ suits our weather conditions well. This particular variety was chosen for its special colouring and tidy growth habit, giving gardeners an ornamental twist on this native species.
Pick ‘Gold Cone’ Common Juniper to bring bright, architectural appeal to your garden. Its golden tones can brighten darker areas, work beautifully alongside purple or blue plants, or simply shine as a solo specimen. This juniper suits both formal and relaxed planting styles, bringing sunny colour to gardens year-round.
Common Juniper ‘Gold Cone’ is relatively easy to care for in gardens. Plant it in full sun for the best colour development, although it can tolerate partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil but is adaptable to various soil types, including poor or rocky soils. Water regularly during its first growing season to establish a deep root system. Once established, it’s drought-tolerant and requires little watering except during prolonged dry spells. Feed sparingly with a balanced, slow-release fertiliser in spring. Pruning is generally not necessary to maintain its columnar shape, but you can lightly trim in late winter if needed. Watch out for juniper aphids or spider mites in dry conditions. ‘Gold Cone’ is hardy and disease-resistant, making it a low-maintenance choice for gardens.
Ultimate height
1–1.5 metres
Time to ultimate height
5–10 years
Ultimate spread
0.5–1 metres
🇬🇧 UK Grown in Lancashire. Approx 20-30cm in a 9cm pot.
Shaw Green Trees aim to have your order with you in fastest time possible and safest method of transport. Dependent on the parcel size and geographical destination in mind with will select the most suitable courier.
You are welcome to collect any times from our nursery in Euxton, Lancashire. Please contact us to arrange a suitable date and time.
Seeds
We generally send seeds out via Royal Mail Second Class. It’s the safest and easiest way to deliver seeds.
Young Trees
Young trees (Less than 1.2m) will generally be sent via Evri.
Larger quantities of young trees will be sent via ParcelForce or pallet courier..
Huge Trees
Some of our huge trees are too tall to be sent via a courier. They are generally only available for collection from our nursery, local delivery or via occasionally pallet courier. This will be shown on the individual product page.
Located in Euxton, West Lancashire, our business is dedicated to providing high-quality UK-grown trees and seeds.
With a focus on sustainability and local sourcing, we offer a diverse range of tree species, ensuring that our customers receive the finest selection of UK-native trees and seeds.
From majestic oaks to delicate blossoms, our stock is carefully cultivated to thrive in the British climate, making it the perfect choice for both amateur gardeners and seasoned professionals.
With a commitment to environmental stewardship and customer satisfaction, we aim to be your reliable ally in crafting stunning and eco-conscious landscapes throughout the UK.
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