Juniperus horizontalis

Creeping Juniper, Horizontal Juniper

Family: Cupressaceae Cypress


Type Groundcover
USDA Hardiness range 4A - 9A
Exposure Full sun
Bloom color Blue
Water needs Dry to moist
Landscape uses Cascades, erosion control, ground cover, massing, rock garden, seashore
Height 12" to 36" / 30cm to 90cm
Spread 10' to 20' / 3.00m to 6.00m
Growth rate Moderate
Persistence Evergreen
Leaf color Blue, green
Fruit color Blue
Soil pH requirements Acidic, neutral, alkaline, slightly alkaline
Soil type Sandy, clay, loamy
Form Prostrate, spreading or horizontal
Attributes and features Native to North America, fragrant foliage