Blue Rug Creeping Juniper

from $24.50

lue Rug Creeping Juniper (Juniperus horizontalis ‘Wiltonii’) is a ultra-low, mat-forming evergreen groundcover with silvery blue foliage that drapes over edges and suppresses weeds—perfect for slopes, rock gardens, and between larger shrubs.

Key features

  • Form & size: Very flat, trailing habit; ~4–8 in. tall, 6–8+ ft spread.

  • Foliage: Fine, scale-like needles steel-blue in summer; may take on plum/purple tones in winter.

  • Light: Full sun for best color and density.

  • Soil & water: Well-drained soils; drought-tolerant once established; avoids wet sites.

  • Hardiness: USDA Zones 3–9; excellent cold and salt tolerance (good near roads/coasts).

  • Care: Very low maintenance; occasional edging/shearing to contain spread.

  • Uses: Erosion control on banks, cascades over walls, large-area groundcover.

  • Resistance: Generally deer-resistant; tolerates urban conditions.

  • Note: Not for heavy foot traffic (light, occasional stepping only).

  • All plants come with a regular black nursery pot

  • Please note: The images shown are for illustrative purposes only. While we strive to provide accurate representations, the actual product you receive may differ slightly in appearance due to variations in stock or natural characteristics.

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lue Rug Creeping Juniper (Juniperus horizontalis ‘Wiltonii’) is a ultra-low, mat-forming evergreen groundcover with silvery blue foliage that drapes over edges and suppresses weeds—perfect for slopes, rock gardens, and between larger shrubs.

Key features

  • Form & size: Very flat, trailing habit; ~4–8 in. tall, 6–8+ ft spread.

  • Foliage: Fine, scale-like needles steel-blue in summer; may take on plum/purple tones in winter.

  • Light: Full sun for best color and density.

  • Soil & water: Well-drained soils; drought-tolerant once established; avoids wet sites.

  • Hardiness: USDA Zones 3–9; excellent cold and salt tolerance (good near roads/coasts).

  • Care: Very low maintenance; occasional edging/shearing to contain spread.

  • Uses: Erosion control on banks, cascades over walls, large-area groundcover.

  • Resistance: Generally deer-resistant; tolerates urban conditions.

  • Note: Not for heavy foot traffic (light, occasional stepping only).

  • All plants come with a regular black nursery pot

  • Please note: The images shown are for illustrative purposes only. While we strive to provide accurate representations, the actual product you receive may differ slightly in appearance due to variations in stock or natural characteristics.