Juniperus virginiana Spartan Triple Balls 90L Evergreen Trees Direct

Juniperus virginiana 'Spartan' Triple Balls

Juniperus virginiana 'Spartan' Triple Balls

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Title: 100L

100L

Current Stock Height Guides

100L: Enquire within for height guide information.

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 mustconfirm 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.

Mature Height & Width

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

Mature Width: 0.8m to 1.2m

Juniperus virginiana 'Spartan' Triple Balls is expected to grow 20cm to 30cm per year (slow to moderate).

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' Triple Balls

Juniperus chinensis 'Spartan' grown as a triple ball topiary carries three clipped spheres of graduated size up a single stem. The foliage is needle-fine and dark green through the year, and the tiered outline gives a formal, almost sculptural line that holds its shape with routine trimming.

Full sun to light shade both work, with free-draining soil the main requirement. Growth is slow to moderate at 20 to 30 centimetres a year, which suits a trained plant. Finished size as a triple ball topiary is 2 to 3 metres tall and 0.8 to 1.2 metres wide. Established plants are drought tolerant and take light frost.

It works either side of a front door, along a formal path, at the corners of a parterre, or as a single accent in a large pot on a terrace. A 40 to 50 centimetre wide pot holds one plant. Buyers get a finished piece of garden architecture without waiting years for it.

Frequently Asked Questions

About Spartan Triple Ball Juniper

What is a Spartan triple ball topiary?

It is a Spartan Juniper trained over several seasons into three clipped spheres set one above the other on a single clear stem. The balls usually step down in size towards the top. Underneath it is an ordinary evergreen conifer, so it lives as long and asks as little as an untrained plant.

How tall does the triple ball juniper get?

As a triple ball topiary it stands 2 to 3 metres tall and 0.8 to 1.2 metres wide. The height includes the stem and all three spheres. Because the form is maintained by clipping, you can hold it at the height that suits the setting rather than letting it run to the top of that range.

How fast does it grow?

Growth is slow to moderate, roughly 20 to 30 centimetres a year. That is an advantage in a trained plant, since the shape stays crisp for longer between trims. It also means the piece you receive is close to the piece you will have in a few years, with only gradual thickening.

Can it be grown in a pot?

Yes. A pot 40 to 50 centimetres wide suits a single plant, which is how most triple balls are used at entries and on terraces. Use a quality free-draining mix, water consistently through summer since pots dry quickly, and feed each spring. Refresh the top layer of mix once a year.

What soil and position does it need?

Give it full sun to light shade and soil that drains freely. Sandy and loamy soils are ideal, and heavy clay needs improving with gypsum and organic matter, or planting on a raised mound. It is not fussy about pH. Wet, poorly drained ground is the one situation to avoid.

Is it drought tolerant?

Yes, once the roots are established after the first couple of summers. It handles dry spells and reflected heat off paving, which is why it is used in courtyards. Plants in containers are the exception and need regular water year round, since a restricted root ball cannot draw on deeper soil moisture.

How do I keep the balls in shape?

Clip two or three times between spring and early autumn, taking only the soft new tips so each sphere stays tight and even. Work around the plant rather than finishing one side at a time. Do not cut into old bare wood. Keep the stem clear of shoots, water in dry weather, and feed in early spring.

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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Uses in my Garden

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Plant in Pots (or) Suitable for Pots

Juniperus virginiana 'Spartan' Triple 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' Triple Balls Evergreen or Deciduous?

Juniperus virginiana 'Spartan' Triple 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: 0.8m to 1.2m

Juniperus virginiana 'Spartan' Triple Balls is expected to grow 20cm to 30cm per year (slow to moderate).

Growth Rate of Juniperus virginiana 'Spartan' Triple Balls

Juniperus virginiana 'Spartan' Triple Balls is expected to grow 20cm to 30cm per year (slow to moderate).

They are considered to have a:

Medium Growth Rate

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

Is Juniperus virginiana 'Spartan' Triple Balls frost tolerant?

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

Does Juniperus virginiana 'Spartan' Triple Balls Flower?

Juniperus virginiana ‘Spartan’ produces tiny, inconspicuous yellow-green flowers in spring. These subtle blooms sit tight against the stems and offer no ornamental display, with the plant’s visual appeal instead centred on its precise triple-ball topiary structure and dense evergreen foliage.

Does Juniperus virginiana 'Spartan' Triple Balls flower?

No - Doesn't Flower

Flowering Period:

Not Applicable

Flower Type:

Not Applicable

Flower Colour:

Not Applicable

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

No

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

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

Its small bluish berries provide food for seed-eating birds, while the dense evergreen foliage of each ball offers shelter and roosting space for small birds and beneficial insects. The tightly sculpted form also creates protected micro-habitats that support low-key but meaningful biodiversity in formal and low-water gardens.

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

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

Full Sun
Part Shade

Preferred Soil?

Juniperus virginiana ‘Spartan’ Triple 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 poorly drained soil unless improved with coarse material and organic matter to enhance aeration and drainage. Keep soil evenly moist during establishment, then move to deep, infrequent watering as it matures to support its drought resilience, long-term topiary form and dense evergreen structure.

Is Juniperus virginiana 'Spartan' Triple Balls Drought Tolerant?

Is Juniperus virginiana 'Spartan' Triple Balls Drought tolerant?

As a young plant it requires regular watering, but once established this triple-ball form develops excellent drought tolerance. It performs reliably in hot, dry, coastal and wind-exposed locations and maintains its clipped, architectural shape with very minimal supplementary watering.

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How To Plant Your Juniperus virginiana 'Spartan' Triple 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' Triple 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' Triple Balls is expected to grow 20cm to 30cm per year (slow to moderate).

Medium Growth Rate

Long Term Care For Your Juniperus virginiana 'Spartan' Triple 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' Triple 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' Triple Balls suitable for small gardens?
Yes, its structured topiary form makes it ideal for small spaces, patios, and container planting.

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

Does it require regular pruning?
Yes, light trimming is required to keep the triple-ball structure tidy and well-defined.

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 performs exceptionally well in containers and can be placed in entranceways, balconies, and patios.