Coffin Juniper is a striking Himalayan native that brings architectural drama to temperate gardens. This botanical variety, scientifically Juniperus recurva var. coxii, grows as an upright single-trunk tree or multi-stemmed shrub with distinctive weeping branches that curve gracefully backward at their tips. Dark green needle-like foliage pairs with rusty-brown bark that exfoliates in papery sheets, creating year-round visual interest. Hardy in zones 6 through 9, it thrives in full sun with moderate water and demands minimal maintenance once established.
Full Sun
Moderate
6-9
720in H x 240in W
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Moderate
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The weeping, slightly recurved branch tips give this juniper an unmistakable silhouette that catches light and movement in ways most conifers cannot. In its native Himalayan Mountains, Coffin Juniper reaches 60 feet tall, but in cultivation it grows more modestly, typically adding 12 inches or more of new growth annually. Dark purple berry-like cones add subtle color interest, while the exfoliating rusty-brown bark becomes a sculptural feature during winter months when other plants have faded.
As a non-flowering shrub or small tree, Coffin Juniper serves primarily ornamental purposes in the landscape. Its architectural form works well as a specimen plant, and its tolerance for drought and urban conditions makes it suitable for difficult sites where other plants struggle.
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