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Juniperus squamata Blue Carpet

Blue Carpet Juniper

A prostrate juniper with attractive, steel-blue foliage, a carpet-like habit, and scaly, brown bark.

  • »  Prostrate, low, spreading growth
  • »  Low tiered branches hold blue-green foliage year round
  • »  Use as a ground cover or in mass plantings

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  • Category:Evergreens
  • Hardiness Zone:4
  • Height:20-30 cm
  • Spread:125-150 cm
Exposure
• Full Sun
Soil Moisture
• Average to Dry Soils
• Well-drained
Growth Rate
• Medium
Attributes
• Drought Tolerant
• Evergreen
• Heat Tolerant
• Low Maintenance
Habit
• Compact
• Prostrate
• Spreading
Foliage Color
• Blue
• Green
Landscape uses
• Ground cover
Planting instructions
• Container Plants
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Juniperus squamata 'Blue Carpet'

Once established, junipers require little water and tolerate a wide variety of soil conditions. These spreading junipers present a low maintenance option to prevent erosion on hillsides. The bright blue foliage makes this cultivar a great choice where winter interest is desired.

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