Alligator Juniper Checkerbark Juniper (Juniperus deppeana)

You will get 8 seeds of Juniperus deppeana, ALLIGATOR JUNIPER CHECKERBARK JUNIPER for planting.The Juniperus deppeana, also known as the Alligator Juniper or Checkerbark Juniper, is a unique and distinctive tree that can be added to landscapes. Native to central and northern Mexico and the southwestern United States, this small to medium-sized tree thrives in dry soils at altitudes of 750-2,700 meters. It has a distinct bark resembling alligator skin and edible fruit with a sweet taste and mealy texture.Scarification: Soak in hot tap water, let stand in water for 6 hoursStratification: cold stratify for 60 daysGermination: sow seed 1/4" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed