Juniperus Compressa A hardy compact conifer that has dark green foliage, forming a conical shape. Compressa is the best dwarf pencil shaped conifer. BOTANICAL NAME Juniperus communis HEIGHT & WIDTH H 1.5m x W 1m (in 10 years) HABIT Dwarf conifer. POSITION Full sun CULTURAL NOTES Tolerates a wide range of conditions, but best grown in moist, well-drained soil. Apply a complete fertiliser during Spring and use a premium potting mix if planted in containers.