Juniper ‘Prince of Wales’ 1/4 standard 40cm stem

A brilliant little evergreen for year-round structure, Juniper ‘Prince of Wales’ is loved for its low, spreading habit and rich, textured foliage — and in this 1/4 standard form it becomes a tidy, lifted “mini tree” that’s perfect for pots, edging, and adding shape to smaller spaces.

With a clear 40cm stem and a soft, mounded head, it brings that calm, evergreen presence that makes planting feel finished in every season. It’s also wonderfully resilient — ideal if you want something that looks smart without demanding constant attention.

Quick Facts
Botanical Name: Juniperus horizontalis ‘Prince of Wales’
Common Name: Prince of Wales Juniper (1/4 Standard)
Plant Type: Evergreen conifer, trained as 1/4 standard
Stem Height/Spec: 40cm clear stem
Foliage: Dense, fine-textured evergreen foliage (often deep green with seasonal tones)
Form: Rounded/mounded head on a short clear stem
Position: Full sun to partial shade (best density in sun)
Soil: Well-drained soil; tolerant once established
Hardiness: Fully hardy in Irish/UK gardens
Best For: Pots, low structure, evergreen interest, gravel gardens, contemporary planting, neat edging accents
Maintenance: Low; light trimming if needed to keep a compact shape

How to Plant
Plant in a sunny spot with free-draining soil. If you’re potting it up, choose a container with drainage holes and use a gritty, free-draining compost mix. Water in well after planting and keep it evenly moist through the first season.

Care Guide
Water regularly while establishing; after that it’s fairly drought-tolerant in the ground, though pots will need more consistent watering in warm spells. Little to no pruning is required — simply tidy any stray growth to keep the head neat.

Caragh Garden Notebook
This is a gorgeous plant for “pairing”: pop two into matching pots to frame a step or pathway, or use it to repeat a little evergreen rhythm through a border. A top-dressing of gravel in pots looks especially smart and helps keep drainage spot on.