A cold-hardy evergreen groundcover for sunny slopes, edges, and low-maintenance planting.
Creeping juniper is a low, spreading native evergreen that forms a dense mat over slopes, rocks, and dry ground. Many garden selections add blue-green foliage and winter colour.
Plant details
Sun
Full sun
Moisture
Low
Height
15–45 cm
Spread
120–300 cm
Hardiness zone
2–6
Foliage colour
Green, Blue
Foliage type
Evergreen
Good to know
Deer resistant
Native
Drought tolerant
Container suitable
Care
Plant in full sun in sharply drained soil. Water during establishment, then allow the soil to dry between waterings. Give spreading stems room and avoid wet, poorly drained sites.
Creeping Juniper: Evergreen Groundcover Care | Lacoste Garden Centre
