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Juniperus rigida conferta

Juniper, Shore Juniper

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme        Photographer: Linda Engstrom GardenSoft

 

Description

A prostrate, trailing juniper with bright green, soft scaled foliage. This juniper can reach a size of 1' high and 6' wide. It grows well along the coast as well as inland when given plenty of water. It is an excellent ground cover variety. This plant is fire prone. Please use caution when planting near your home.

 

Plant Type

Conifer, Ground cover, Perennial

Height Range

Under 1'

Width Range

3-6'

Flower Color

n/a

Flower Season

n/a

Leaf Color

Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Low, Medium, Extra in Summer

Growth Rate

Moderate, Slow

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam, Rocky

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Well-drained, Dry

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Japanese, Mediterranean, Ranch, Seascape, Spanish

Accenting Features

Unusual Foliage

Seasonal Interest

Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall

Location Uses

Lawn, Parking Strip, Patio, Park, Walkways, With Rocks

Special Uses

Cascade, Erosion Control, Lawn Substitute

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Group plants with similar watering needs in the same area.