Juniperus squamata 'Blue Carpet'

Flaky Juniper, Singleseed Juniper

Family: Cupressaceae Cypress


Type Groundcover
USDA Hardiness range 4B - 7A
Exposure Partial shade to full sun
Bloom color None
Water needs Dry to moist
Landscape uses Border, cascades, erosion control, foundation, ground cover, massing, seashore
Height 12" to 24" / 30cm to 60cm
Spread 5' to 8' / 1.60m to 2.40m
Growth rate Slow
Persistence Evergreen
Leaf color Blue, green
Fruit color n/a
Soil pH requirements Acidic, neutral, alkaline, slightly alkaline
Soil type Sandy, clay, loamy
Form Irregular or sprawling, spreading or horizontal
Attributes and features Attractive foilage, fragrant foliage