Juniperus virginiana 'Spartan' Double Balls

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Title: 90L/100L

90L/100L

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Mature Height & Width

Mature Height: Naturally grows 4m to 6m (approx.) (topiary height is maintained by pruning)

Mature Width: 1m to 2m

Juniperus virginiana 'Spartan' Double Balls is expected to grow 30cm to 60cm per year (moderate to fast).

Root Ball Dimensions

Use this as a reference when digging your planting hole. We recommend digging at least 10% wider than the dimensions below to encourage strong root development.

30cm Pot: 33cm (W) × 30cm (D)
40cm/45L Pot: 44cm (W) × 41.5cm (D)
50cm Pot / 70L Pot: 55cm (W) × 41.8cm (D)
100L Bag: 50.6cm (W) × 52.8cm (D)
150L Bag: 66cm (W) × 55cm (D)
200L Bag: 71.5cm (W) × 60.5cm (D)
300L Bag: 88cm (W) × 63.8cm (D)
400L Bag: 99cm (W) × 66cm (D)
500L Bag: 122cm (W) × 66cm (D)
750L Bag: 134cm (W) × 69cm (D)
1000L Bag: 146.3cm (W) × 71.5cm (D)
2000L Bag: 176cm (W) × 82.5cm (D)

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About Your New Juniperus virginiana 'Spartan' Double Balls

Juniperus chinensis 'Spartan', trained here as a double ball topiary, is an evergreen conifer clipped into two clean spheres on a single clear stem. Foliage is fine, dense and deep green in every season, and it holds a crisp edge after clipping better than most plants used for topiary.

Full sun and free-draining soil suit it, and it handles light to moderate frost once established. Temperate, Mediterranean, coastal and cooler inland climates are all workable. Growth is 30 to 60 centimetres a year, and in this trained form the finished plant sits at 4 to 5 metres tall and 1 to 2 metres wide.

It is used in pairs at entries, gates and driveway heads, in large pots on paved courtyards and balconies, and as punctuation in a formal bed or parterre. A 40 to 50 centimetre wide pot suits one plant. The appeal is instant structure, since the shape arrives already made.

Frequently Asked Questions

About Spartan Juniper Double Ball

What is a Spartan Juniper double ball?

It is a Spartan Juniper trained and clipped into two stacked spheres on a bare stem, with a clear trunk beneath and a gap between the balls. The plant is a standard evergreen conifer underneath. The shape has been built over several years of clipping in the nursery and continues with routine trimming.

How big does the double ball topiary grow?

In this topiary form it reaches 4 to 5 metres tall and 1 to 2 metres wide over time. Regular clipping is what holds the balls at the size you want, so the working height in most gardens is whatever you choose to maintain. Container growing keeps it well below the maximum.

Can it grow in pots?

Yes, and it is one of the better conifers for it. A pot 40 to 50 centimetres wide gives a single specimen enough root room for courtyards, entries and balconies. Use a free-draining potting mix, water when the top few centimetres dry out, and feed each spring. Turn the pot occasionally for even growth.

Does it need sun or shade?

Full sun. Even light through the day is what keeps both spheres dense on every side. In shade the foliage thins and the balls lose their outline, which defeats the point of a trained plant. If one side faces a wall, rotate a potted plant every few months to even it up.

Is it evergreen?

Yes. It holds fine green foliage all year with no seasonal leaf drop, so the topiary shape reads the same in July as it does in January. That reliability is the main reason juniper is used for clipped work rather than a deciduous species, which would leave a bare frame through winter.

Is it frost tolerant?

Yes, it takes light to moderate frost once established, and cold weather does not damage the trained shape. In a severe frost pocket, young plants can brown on the exposed outer foliage, which grows out by spring. Avoid clipping late in autumn so that soft new growth is not caught by early frosts.

How do I prune and care for it?

Trim two or three times through the growing season, taking only soft new growth to keep the spheres tight. Never cut back into bare interior wood, because juniper does not reshoot from it. Water deeply in dry weather, especially in pots, feed with slow release fertiliser in early spring, and keep the clear stem free of shoots.

Enriched Planting Mix (AO Certified)

$21.95

Enriched Planting Mix is a certified organic blend of Pure Magic Compost, composted animal manure, gypsum, composted coarse bark and a wetting agent, bagged in 30L. It is built to be dug through existing garden soil at planting time rather than used on its own, and the gypsum is what sets it apart from a plain compost.

Gypsum helps break up heavy clay so water and roots can move through it, while the compost and manure return organic matter and nutrient to tired ground. The coarse bark holds structure and keeps air around the root zone, and the wetting agent keeps moisture in the soil longer after rain or watering.

Use it when planting trees, shrubs, roses, fruit trees and exotic garden plants, particularly into clay. Dig a hole twice the width of the pot and 7 centimetres deeper, then mix roughly one third planting mix through the excavated soil. Spread 7 centimetres of that improved soil in the base before setting the plant in.

Frequently Asked Questions

About Enriched Planting Mix

What is Enriched Planting Mix made from?

It is a blend of Pure Magic Compost, composted animal manure, gypsum, composted coarse bark and a wetting agent. Each part has a job. The compost and manure supply organic matter and nutrient, the gypsum works on clay structure, the bark keeps air around the roots and the wetting agent holds moisture in the soil.

What plants is it suitable for?

It suits exotic garden plants, including roses, ornamental and deciduous trees, fruit trees, shrubs and perennials, and it earns its keep most on heavy clay sites. It is a planting mix rather than a potting mix, so its job is improving soil at planting time. Phosphorus sensitive natives are the one clear exception.

Is it safe for natives?

No, not for the phosphorus sensitive ones. The composted animal manure in this blend lifts phosphorus well above what Proteaceae such as Banksia, Grevillea, Hakea and Protea will tolerate, and the result can be leaf burn, dieback and plant death. Use the Native Potting Mix for those species, or plant them into unimproved local soil.

Is it certified organic?

Yes. It is a certified organic product with no chemical additives, which is why the manure and compost in it are fully composted rather than raw. That makes it sound around fruit trees and vegetable beds, and it means you are adding genuine organic matter to your soil rather than a synthetic conditioner.

How much do I need?

Work on roughly one third planting mix to two thirds of the soil you dug out of the hole. For a shrub out of a 200 millimetre pot that is only a few litres. An advanced tree going into a large hole will take considerably more. Judge the quantity by the volume of the hole rather than the size of the plant.

Can I use it in pots?

It is not a potting mix and should not be used on its own in a container. The blend is designed to be diluted through garden soil, and used straight in a pot it holds too much water and settles badly. For containers, reach for a premium potting mix, or the native mix if you are potting natives.

Does it need to be watered in?

Yes. Water the plant well several hours before you plant it, then water thoroughly again once the hole is backfilled and the soil firmed down. That first deep watering settles the improved soil around the root ball and drives out air pockets. Keep the water up over the first few months while the roots establish.

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Enriched Planting Mix (AO Certified)

$21.95

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Uses in my Garden

Feature Tree
Plant in Pots (or) Suitable for Pots

Juniperus virginiana 'Spartan' Double Balls works in an:

Formal Garden – structured, symmetrical design with clipped shapes.
Mediterranean Style Garden – timeless courtyard look with stone, pots, and bold greenery.
Modern Garden – sleek, minimal, and design-led planting.
Low-maintenance Garden – resilient choices for easy care and year-round appeal.

Is Juniperus virginiana 'Spartan' Double Balls Evergreen or Deciduous?

Juniperus virginiana 'Spartan' Double Balls is an Evergreen (foliage year round) Tree

Mature Height & Width

Mature Height: Naturally grows 4m to 6m (approx.) (topiary height is maintained by pruning)

Mature Width: 1m to 2m

Juniperus virginiana 'Spartan' Double Balls is expected to grow 30cm to 60cm per year (moderate to fast).

Growth Rate of Juniperus virginiana 'Spartan' Double Balls

Juniperus virginiana 'Spartan' Double Balls is expected to grow 30cm to 60cm per year (moderate to fast).

They are considered to have a:

Fast Growth Rate

Frost Tolerance & Ideal Climate to plant Juniperus virginiana 'Spartan' Double Balls

Is Juniperus virginiana 'Spartan' Double Balls frost tolerant?

Juniperus virginiana 'Spartan' Double Balls is Frost Hardy – Survives heavy and frequent frost without damage.

Does Juniperus virginiana 'Spartan' Double Balls Flower?

Juniperus virginiana ‘Spartan’ produces tiny, inconspicuous yellow-green flowers in spring. These blooms sit close to the stems and are not ornamentally significant, with the plant’s appeal coming instead from its sculpted double-ball form and dense, finely textured evergreen foliage.

Does Juniperus virginiana 'Spartan' Double Balls flower?

No - Doesn't Flower

Flowering Period:

Not Applicable

Flower Type:

Not Applicable

Flower Colour:

Not Applicable

Is Juniperus virginiana 'Spartan' Double Balls an Australian Native Tree?

No

Juniperus virginiana 'Spartan' Double Balls is Native to Eastern and central North America, where Juniperus virginiana (Eastern Red Cedar) grows naturally in dry woodlands, rocky hills, and plains.

What is the Wildlife Value of Juniperus virginiana 'Spartan' Double Balls ?

Its small bluish berries provide food for seed-eating birds, while the dense evergreen foliage offers year-round shelter for small birds and beneficial insects. The tightly clipped structure also creates protected micro-habitats that subtly enhance biodiversity in formal and low-water gardens.

How much Sunlight does Juniperus virginiana 'Spartan' Double Balls need?

Juniperus virginiana 'Spartan' Double Balls will thrive best in:

Full Sun

Preferred Soil?

Juniperus virginiana ‘Spartan’ Double Ball performs best in well-drained sandy or loam soils and tolerates slightly acidic to slightly alkaline conditions. It may struggle in heavy clay or waterlogged ground unless improved with coarse material and organic matter to increase drainage. Keep soil evenly moist during establishment, then transition to deep, infrequent watering as it matures to support strong drought performance, root health and long-term topiary form.

Is Juniperus virginiana 'Spartan' Double Balls Drought Tolerant?

Is Juniperus virginiana 'Spartan' Double Balls Drought tolerant?

As a young plant it requires regular watering, but once established this topiary form develops excellent drought tolerance. It thrives in hot, dry, windy and coastal conditions and maintains its clipped, architectural shape with very minimal supplementary watering.

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How To Plant Your Juniperus virginiana 'Spartan' Double Balls

Site: Choose a well-drained position in full sun with good air movement and room for the canopy to develop.

Soil preparation: Enrich the planting area with quality compost and a light dressing of aged manure for a strong establishment phase.

Hole: Dig twice as wide as the root ball and the same depth, avoiding any low spot where water might pool.

Planting: Position level with the surrounding soil, backfill gently, firm in, then water deeply to settle the roots.

Recommended Planting Spacing For Your Juniperus virginiana 'Spartan' Double Balls

Hedging and screening: 1 to 1.5 metres apart for a dense informal screen, or 80 centimetres apart for a tighter formal hedge.

Pot or container: A 40 to 50 centimetre wide pot suits a single specimen for courtyards, entries and balconies.

Juniperus virginiana 'Spartan' Double Balls is expected to grow 30cm to 60cm per year (moderate to fast).

Fast Growth Rate

Long Term Care For Your Juniperus virginiana 'Spartan' Double Balls

Watering: Water deeply twice weekly through the first 12 months. Once established, this is drought tolerant and only needs a deep soak during extended dry periods.

Mulching: Apply a 5 centimetre layer of organic mulch or pine bark over the root zone, keeping it 5 centimetres clear of the trunk to avoid waterlogging at the base.

Pruning: Tip prune in late winter and again in summer to build dense growth. For a formal hedge, light shaping two to three times a year keeps lines crisp.

Fertilising: Apply a slow-release general-purpose fertiliser in early spring and again in autumn for steady growth and consistent foliage colour.

Pest and disease: Hardy against most pests and diseases. Occasional inspection in warm humid conditions is all that's needed.

Planting Your Juniperus virginiana 'Spartan' Double Balls in Different Soil

Juniperus virginiana performs best in free-draining loam or sandy loam with a neutral to slightly alkaline pH. Adaptable to a wide range of soils when drainage is sharp.

Sandy soil: Free-draining and ideal. Mulch lightly to moderate surface temperature.

Clay soil: Improve drainage with gypsum and coarse organic compost before planting.

Loam: The preferred soil for steady root development and consistent growth.

pH: Neutral to slightly alkaline preferred. Avoid waterlogging at all times.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Juniperus 'Spartan' Double Balls suitable for small gardens?
Yes, its compact, sculptural form makes it perfect for small spaces and container planting.

How fast does it grow?
It has a moderate to fast growth rate, with regular pruning maintaining its shape.

Does it require regular pruning?
Yes, occasional trimming is necessary to maintain the double-ball shape.

Is it drought-tolerant?
Yes, once established, it is highly drought-resistant and thrives in dry conditions.

Can it be grown in pots?
Yes, it is excellent for container planting and makes a striking entrance feature.