Juniperus communis 'Hornibrookii'

Common Juniper

Family: Cupressaceae Cypress


Type Shrub, groundcover
USDA Hardiness range 2A - 6A
Exposure Partial shade to full sun
Bloom color Brown, yellow
Bloom time Spring
Water needs Dry to moist
Landscape uses Border, cascades, container, erosion control, foundation, ground cover, massing
Height 18" to 24" / 45cm to 60cm
Spread 8' to 10' / 2.40m to 3.00m
Growth rate Moderate
Persistence Evergreen, needles or needle-like
Leaf color Blue, green
Fruit color Blue, brown
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