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Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: cold stratify for 60 days, warm stratify for 60 days, cold stratify for 60 days

Germination: sow seed 1/4" deep , tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Native to: Algeria, Baleares, Corse, France, Italy, Mediterranean region, Middle East, Morocco, Portugal, Sardegna, Spain, Tunisia

Native

Introduced

Juniperus oxycedrusJuniperus oxycedrus

Cade Juniper, Western Prickly Juniper

In Stock: 0.872 lb (Total:0.872lb)

Juniperus oxycedrus

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0.87 lb

Details

Germination:

71%

Germination test:

Cut (Full Seed)

Purity:

95%

Seeds per lb:

26,219

Quantity:

0.87 lb

Collected in:

Azerbaijan

Crop year:

2020

Min. hardiness zone:

Item ID:

1828687

Characteristics

Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: cold stratify for 60 days, warm stratify for 60 days, cold stratify for 60 days

Germination: sow seed 1/4" deep , tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Native to: Algeria, Baleares, Corse, France, Italy, Mediterranean region, Middle East, Morocco, Portugal, Sardegna, Spain, Tunisia

Native

Introduced

Discover the unique allure of Juniperus oxycedrus, commonly known as Cade Juniper or Western Prickly Juniper, a remarkable evergreen native to the sun-drenched regions of the Mediterranean, as well as areas around the Black Sea and the Middle East. Renowned for its adaptability, this species thrives on rocky terrains from sea level to higher elevations, offering a striking landscape presence with its erect, multistemmed growth reaching heights up to 50 ft.

Bear witness to its unique needle-like leaves, arranged in whorls of three, showcasing a striking green with double white stomatal bands. Each plant is usually dioecious, producing berry-like seed cones that mature from green to a vibrant orange-red, facilitating seed dispersion through avian consumption. Beyond its visual appeal, Cade Juniper serves as an invaluable source of cade oil, an essential oil extracted via dry distillation. Renowned for its antiseptic and antiparasitic properties, cade oil finds roles in traditional medicine, skincare, and even as a fragrance component.

Embrace the versatility of this resilient plant as an ornamental addition to your garden or explore its value through its tough, richly-hued wood, ideal for carpentry. Let the evergreen charm of Cade Juniper imbue your space with the timeless essence of the Mediterranean landscape.