Creeping Juniper 'Blue Rug'
Juniperus horizontalis 'Blue Rug'
Creeping Juniper 'Blue Rug' is a shrub for groundcover, suited to full sun and loam or sandy soil, flowering varies by climate.
| Type | Shrub |
|---|---|
| Mature height | 30 cm |
| Spread | 180 cm |
| Aspect | full sun |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Hardiness | USDA 3a-9a |
| Pollinator-friendly | No |
| Pet-safe | Not confirmed |
Where to use it in a border
At around 30 cm, it sits best along the front edge, where a low, spreading habit reads best. Give it about 180 cm of room to spread. It is hardy across USDA zones 3a to 9a, so check it suits your area before planting.
It appears in our lists of full sun, sandy soil, evergreen plants.
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Flowering through the year
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Worth knowing
- Evergreen, so it keeps the border furnished through winter.
Good companions
Plants that share its conditions and style, chosen to complement its place in the border:
- Texas Sagefor height behind it
- Rocky Mountain Juniper 'Blue Arrow'for height behind it
- African Daisyto edge in front
- Angelita Daisyto edge in front
- Autumn Sagefor height behind it
- Beaked Yuccafor height behind it