One of our 30 plus juniper bushes died. Why? It was the largest bush we have and, like many others, was planted on a hill sometime in the 90's.
Can you describe what is happening to your juniper bush? The more details I have, the better I can assist you.
Thank you. The bush changed color to brownish and yellowish. All of the others are deep green. At the end of winter, there was some growth on the tips but then it started changing color and appears dead. Should we remove it? Could it be a condition that spreads to others? We are having more spiders this year, possibly due to the draught. Any input will be greatly appreciated.
We have Juniper planted around our pool and condo. People have told us they have seen rats. We have also been told that rats hide out in juniper. Is this correct?
It is possible that they are woodrats - woodrats like to munch on juniper berries.
Source: http://ag.arizona.edu/yavapai/anr/hort/byg/archive/woodrats2013.html
My juniper shrubs have done amazing for the past year; however, this year they are turning brown and trying to die. Ground was tilled well before planting and watered during drought. What's wrong?
This may be winter burn from the very cold winter suffered across the United States this past winter.
Here is a couple of articles with more information.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/environmental/winter-burn-in-evergreens.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/juniper/growing-creeping-junipers.htm
Behind our condo there is a row of mature Junipers some may be 6-7 feet tall. They were planted in a tight row to form a barrier to a busy 4 lane road. The one directly behind our condo is about 100 feet from the road. Many are developing brown or dead areas. Is there a way to analyze what is wrong and any possible treatments? They were planted approx in the mid 1980'S. Thanks.
Well cared for Juniper Trees can live 20 years.
Your trees may be nearing the end of their lifespan.
Here is a link with more information.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/juniper/growing-juniper-trees.htm
I have what appears to be salt in the soil. I tested the pH level and it's way over 7-8. The lawn and juniper trees are dying. The color of the soil is white and looks like salt and doesn't dissolve. Please help!
This article may help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/reversing-soil-salinity.htm
If the pH is at 7, it is considered neutral, but anything over this is considered alkaline. Here is more information: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/alkaline-soil-plants.htm
I have had these juniper bushes for a few years. This year many of the limbs are turning brown and look dead. I thought it was a lack of water, so started watering them more frequently, but it has had no effect. It seems to be getting worse. Anyone have any ideas?
This can be a fungus. Cut the brown area away from the plant and even remove the mulch that was around the plant.
Dispose of this material.
Treat the Juniper with Neem Oil.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/juniper/growing-creeping-junipers.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/pesticides/neem-oil-uses.htm
Does browning of the tips of a juniper bush mean that the plant is not doing well? Is there is some significance to the browning of a juniper at the tips?
This is likely a fungus issue.
Follow the care and treatment as indicated.
Here is a link with more information.
http://www.clemson.edu/extension/hgic/pests/plant_pests/shrubs/hgic2056.html
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/juniper/care-of-junipers.htm