Juniperus virginiana Spartan Standards
Juniperus virginiana Spartan Standards
Current Stock Height Guides
Current Stock Height Guides
Height guide disclaimer: Height ranges are approximate only.
As living products, plant heights naturally vary between individual plants, batches, and seasons. No guarantee is given that supplied plants will fall within the stated range.
If minimum heights are required, you must confirm current batch heights with Evergreen Trees Direct prior to purchase.
Variation in height is normal and is not grounds for return, refund, replacement, or compensation.
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About Juniperus virginiana Spartan Standards
About Juniperus virginiana Spartan Standards
Juniperus virginiana 'Spartan' is a robust and fast-growing evergreen conifer prized for its naturally narrow, upright conical form and rich dark green foliage. Grown as a trained standard, it makes a striking formal statement perfect for entrances, borders, pots, or structured hedging in both modern and classical garden designs.
Typically reaching 3–6 meters in height and 1–2 meters wide, this variety thrives in full sun and adapts well to a wide range of well-drained soils, including poor or sandy types. Its compact vertical shape fits beautifully into tight spaces, narrow screening, or symmetrical rows along driveways and pathways.
Spartan Juniper holds its elegant shape without frequent pruning, making it a superb low-maintenance option for tall hedging or topiary. It’s also highly drought-tolerant once established and durable against wind and frost, making it reliable in exposed or challenging conditions.
This tree looks excellent when you want a clean, architectural feature that stands tall with effortless grace, blending function and refined style seamlessly into your outdoor space.
Distinguishing Features
Distinguishing Features
Juniperus virginiana Spartan Standards is a great option for you if you:
Mature Height & Width
Mature Height & Width
Mature Height: Naturally grows 4m - 6m Approximately (standard height is maintained by pruning)
Mature Width: 1 – 2 meters
Juniperus virginiana Spartan Standards is expected to grow 30 – 60 cm per year (moderate to fast).
Root Ball Dimensions (Height & Width)
Root Ball Dimensions (Height & Width)
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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Trade Customers
We supply advanced trees to landscapers, developers, architects, and councils Australia-wide. Trade clients receive fast quotes, expert advice, and access to premium stock with reliable freight.
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About Your New Juniperus virginiana Spartan Standards
Juniperus virginiana 'Spartan' is a robust and fast-growing evergreen conifer prized for its naturally narrow, upright conical form and rich dark green foliage. Grown as a trained standard, it makes a striking formal statement perfect for entrances, borders, pots, or structured hedging in both modern and classical garden designs.
Typically reaching 3–6 meters in height and 1–2 meters wide, this variety thrives in full sun and adapts well to a wide range of well-drained soils, including poor or sandy types. Its compact vertical shape fits beautifully into tight spaces, narrow screening, or symmetrical rows along driveways and pathways.
Spartan Juniper holds its elegant shape without frequent pruning, making it a superb low-maintenance option for tall hedging or topiary. It’s also highly drought-tolerant once established and durable against wind and frost, making it reliable in exposed or challenging conditions.
This tree looks excellent when you want a clean, architectural feature that stands tall with effortless grace, blending function and refined style seamlessly into your outdoor space.
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Uses in my Garden
Uses in my Garden
Juniperus virginiana Spartan Standards works in an:
Is Juniperus virginiana Spartan Standards Evergreen or Deciduous?
Is Juniperus virginiana Spartan Standards Evergreen or Deciduous?
Juniperus virginiana Spartan Standards is an Evergreen (foliage year round) Tree
Mature Height & Width
Mature Height & Width
Mature Height: Naturally grows 4m - 6m Approximately (standard height is maintained by pruning)
Mature Width: 1 – 2 meters
Juniperus virginiana Spartan Standards is expected to grow 30 – 60 cm per year (moderate to fast).
Growth Rate of Juniperus virginiana Spartan Standards
Growth Rate of Juniperus virginiana Spartan Standards
Juniperus virginiana Spartan Standards is expected to grow 30 – 60 cm per year (moderate to fast).
They are considered to have a:
Frost Tolerance & Ideal Climate to plant Juniperus virginiana Spartan Standards
Frost Tolerance & Ideal Climate to plant Juniperus virginiana Spartan Standards
Is Juniperus virginiana Spartan Standards frost tolerant?
Juniperus virginiana Spartan Standards is Frost Hardy – Survives heavy and frequent frost without damage.
Does Juniperus virginiana Spartan Standards Flower?
Does Juniperus virginiana Spartan Standards Flower?
Juniperus virginiana ‘Spartan’ produces very small, inconspicuous yellow-green flowers in spring. These subtle blooms sit close to the stems and are not ornamentally significant, with the plant’s appeal coming from its dense evergreen foliage and clean, sculpted standard canopy rather than its flowering.
Does Juniperus virginiana Spartan Standards flower?
Flowering Period:
Flower Type:
Flower Colour:
Not Applicable
Is Juniperus virginiana Spartan Standards an Australian Native Tree?
Is Juniperus virginiana Spartan Standards an Australian Native Tree?
No
Juniperus virginiana Spartan Standards is Native to Eastern and central North America, where Juniperus virginiana (Eastern Red Cedar) grows naturally in dry woodlands, rocky outcrops, and plains.
What is the Wildlife Value of Juniperus virginiana Spartan Standards ?
What is the Wildlife Value of Juniperus virginiana Spartan Standards ?
Its small bluish berries feed seed-eating birds, while the dense evergreen canopy provides year-round shelter and roosting for small birds and beneficial insects. The structured standard form also creates protected micro-habitats that subtly enhance biodiversity in formal and low-water gardens.
How much Sunlight does Juniperus virginiana Spartan Standards need?
How much Sunlight does Juniperus virginiana Spartan Standards need?
Juniperus virginiana Spartan Standards will thrive best in:
Preferred Soil?
Preferred Soil?
Juniperus virginiana ‘Spartan’ Standard performs best in well-drained sandy or loam soils and tolerates slightly acidic to slightly alkaline conditions. It may struggle in heavy clay or poorly drained ground unless improved with coarse material and organic matter to increase aeration and drainage. Keep soil evenly moist during establishment, then transition to deep, infrequent watering as it matures to support its drought resilience, strong root health and long-lasting formal canopy shape.
Is Juniperus virginiana Spartan Standards Drought Tolerant?
Is Juniperus virginiana Spartan Standards Drought Tolerant?
Is Juniperus virginiana Spartan Standards Drought tolerant?
As a young plant it requires regular watering, but once established the ‘Spartan’ standard develops excellent drought tolerance. It thrives in hot, dry, coastal and windy environments and maintains its tidy, upright topiary form with very minimal supplementary watering.
Planting Information
How To Plant Your Juniperus virginiana Spartan Standards
How To Plant Your Juniperus virginiana Spartan Standards
Recommended Planting Spacing For Your Juniperus virginiana Spartan Standards
Recommended Planting Spacing For Your Juniperus virginiana Spartan Standards
Juniperus virginiana Spartan Standards is expected to grow 30 – 60 cm per year (moderate to fast).
Long Term Care For Your Juniperus virginiana Spartan Standards
Long Term Care For Your Juniperus virginiana Spartan Standards
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
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