Creeping Juniper
Common Name: Creeping Juniper
Species Name: Juniperus horizontalis
Family Name: Cupressaceae
Examples of Creeping JuniperJuniperus horizontalis
| Plant Facts | |
|---|---|
| Origin | North America |
| Sun Preference | Full Sun |
ID Characteristics
- Leaf and Stem Characteristics
- Plant Height: 8-foot diameter, 2-foot height
- Leaves: Two types; scale-like, soft-textured, glaucous, 1/6 inch long, or awl-shaped in opposite pairs
| Habitat/Ecology | |
|---|---|
| Soil Preference | Adapted to most soil conditions |
| USDA Cold Hardiness Zone | 4º |
| Notes | Heat and drought tolerant ground cover for full sun sites; ‘Blue Rug’ is a popular prostrate cultivar and there are many other cultivars available |
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