Scientific Name: 
Juniperus spp.

Common Name: 
Juniper

Thorns/Spines?

How is this plant unsafe?

How do you plant safely?

No

  • All Juniper berries can cause diarrhea, upset stomach and kidney problems. The berries contain thujone in varying amounts from high to low.
  • Supervise pets and children playing near this plant.
  • There are many species, cultivars and varieties of this plant available in the nursery trade, caution should be used with all types.