Juniperus deppeana
Alligator Juniper, Checkerbark Juniper
Juniperus deppeana, alligator juniper, is a medium-sized evergreen tree with blue-green foliage and striking bark that resembles alligator scales. It is sometimes multistemmed and grows at a fast rate. It is highly adaptable and tolerant of dry, sunny, hot locations.
Susceptible to Aphids, Beetle Borers and Spider Mites, Armillaria, Root Rot and Rust.
High rates of germination with 48 hour warm soak and nicking with knife or nail clippers then 3 month cold stratification in light medium in refrigerator. Seedlings are fast growing and sometimes multi-stemmed.