Description
This beautifully wrapped Juniper tree has aromatic, needle-like leaves all year. In autumn its female cones ripen to deep-purple berries. This fruit is treasured for its distinctive, spicy flavour and highly regarded as an essential botanical to flavour gin. The Juniper is a native tree that will happily thrive in an outdoor flower pot and can be planted in any garden.
When you place your order a beautiful Juniper tree, botanical name: Juniperus communis, will be freshly selected by our devoted gardeners here, before being carefully wrapped in organza and placed in a luxury parcel.
This Juniper tree is 45-55cm high, it will enjoy being pruned in early spring and may reach a height of 2 metres in 5-10 years, if allowed to grow naturally.
An exclusively designed card with your personal message, the story of the Juniper tree's ancient symbolism and a full care guide is also enclosed with your gift. Add a personalised brass heart, star or plaque (see images) engraved with your message so this special gift is always remembered.
PLEASE NOTE Your parcel travels in a clear eco bag so the couriers and recipients are aware a living tree is inside it and must be opened as soon as possible.
OUR ETHICS The Present Tree is committed to conserving and protecting our precious natural environment. We promise that everything this company does will be the most planet-friendly option possible. Read about our Ethics and Commitments here.
Symbolism
In ancient mythology the Juniper tree symbolises good fortune and protection.
Tree Care
Your Juniper tree is growing in its organic pot filled with top-notch compost, so no green fingers are required, just add natural daylight and water. It is important to place your tree outside straightaway. This is its natural environment even in the chilliest winter. Juniper trees can tolerate temperatures a slow as -20C. Your tree's compost has been enriched with a blend of 100% organic nutrients to create the perfect balance of nourishment so your tree continues to flourish in its new garden.
Plant your tree (still in its organic pot so the roots are not disturbed) in an outdoor flower pot, one 12-15cm wide and with holes so excess water can drain away. It may also be planted in a sunny spot in any garden.
The Present Tree's Organic Plant Care Kit is packed with all the health-boosting goodness suitable for your Juniper tree. Click here for more details.