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Botanical name: Citharexylum caudatum

Common names: Juniper Berry, Fiddlewood

Family: Verbenaceae

Origin: Central America, Mexico

Citharexylum caudatum, commonly known as Juniper Berry, is a native to Central America and Mexico. This large shrub or small tree grows to 5-10 ft tall with moderate water requirements and will thrive in semi-shade or full sun. The glossy green foliage creates a great contrast to the fragrant off-white flowers which will attract butterflies and hummingbirds. The plant blooms from spring to late fall, creating an enchanting landscape.

This beautiful plant is easy to care for in USDA Zones 9-11, as they're not very picky about soil conditions. They enjoy regular watering throughout the growing season, but can tolerate times of drought better than times of excess water.

For those that live in cold regions, Citharexylum caudatum can easily be grown in a pot and sheltered indoors during the winter. The pot should be kept in a warm spot, preferably near a window, to ensure the best environment for the Juniper Berry's growth.

Overall, the Citharexylum caudatum is an easy to care for and attractive plant that will enhance any yard or garden. Its fragrant flowers and evergreen foliage creates a delightful landscape and its ability to attract butterflies and hummingbirds provides a wonderful addition to any outdoor space.

Botanical name: Juniperus chinensis

Common name: Chinese juniper

Family: Cupressaceae

Origin: Northeast Asia

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This hardy and low-maintenance plant is native to Northeast Asia and can be used for bonsai. It's an evergreen conifer bearing blue-green cones and foliage of both juvenile and adult leaves. The needles of young growth are wedge shaped with sharp points and arranged in sets of two or three. Adult leaves are diamond shaped, overlapping flat on the twigs in four ranks like fish scales. There are many various cultivars with different growth habit, foliage color and needle types.

Juniperus chinensis grows into a large shrub up to 5-10 ft tall and can also become a small tree of 10-20 ft or even bigger than 20 ft tall. It needs full sun and moderate water for optimal growth. The mature plant is suitable for USDA Zones 4-10.

Growing Chinese juniper in colder regions (in pot for instance) can be quite challenging since it needs both cold and warmth. In winter, put the pot in a sheltered place and wrap the pot with insulating material to avoid freezing. In summer, the plant should receive full sun exposure and regular watering. Additionally, regular pruning is needed to maintain its shape.

Botanical name: Juniperus sp.

Common name: Juniper

Family: Cupressaceae

Botanical name: Asparagus juniperoides

Common name: Asparagus

Family: Asparagaceae    (Formerly:Asparagaceae / Hyacinthaceae / Liliaceae)

Subfamily: Asparagoideae

Origin: South Africa

Botanical name: Grevillea sp.

Common name: Grevillea

Family: Proteaceae

Origin: Australia