Juniperus chinensis Plumosa Aurea

Juniperus chinensis ‘Plumosa Aurea’ is a classic golden juniper valued for its soft, feathery foliage and bright yellow new growth. Introduced in the early 20th century, this cultivar forms a broad, mounding to loosely upright habit that brings warmth and texture to the landscape. It performs best in full sun for strongest color and thrives in well-drained soil with a moderate growth rate. Hardy in USDA Zones 4–9, it typically matures into a medium-sized shrub and works well as a specimen, screen, or color accent.