The Creeping Juniper (Juniperus horizontalis) is an evergreen dwarf coniferous, medium growth rate. It grows mainly horizontally (hence its name), has dense foliage and leaf color initially blue-green and then green. It belongs to the easy-to-grow conifers, since it does not face particularly serious problems from pests and diseases, and still shows great adaptability to various environments, as long as it is planted in soil with excellent drainage. The Creeping Juniper is used in gardening and landscape architecture, used as a ground cover plant, on slopes as well as in areas with a high inclination that are at risk of soil erosion, while it is perfectly combined with larger conifers as well as ornamental shrubs.
► It is offered at a price determined by the particular characteristics of the conifer plant, such as the size of the pot, its height, age and shape. Large conifer shrubs and trees are also available for sale (and planting) upon prior arrangement. In any case, the price or prices listed are indicative.
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FOLIAGE | Evergreen |
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HEIGHT | 0.40 - 0.60 m |
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DIAMETER | 1.50 - 3 m |
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EXPOSURE | Sun, Half-Shade |
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MINIMUM TEMPERATURES | From -40 to -46 °C |
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WATERING | Regular |
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SOIL | Medium |
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SOIL pH | Slightly Acidic to Neutral (6 - 7) |
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SEASIDE PLANTING | Yes |
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Plants Category | Landscaping & Gardening Conifer Trees & Shrubs |
Plants Type | Dwarf Coniferous |
Genus | Juniperus (Juniper) |
Species | horizontalis |
Foliage | Evergreen |
Leaves Color | Greyish-Green, Green |
Autumn Foliage Color | Green |
Fragance | Νο |
Soil | Loam, Sand |
pH of Soil | Range: 5 - 8. Optimum: 6 - 7 |
Irrigation | Moderate |
Thorns | No |
Toxicity | No |
Growth Rate | Moderate |
Planting Season | The Creeping Junipers in pots are planted all year round except during periods of extreme weather |
Plant Uses | The Creeping Junipers are used in parks, squares, gardens, pots and containers. They are planted as specimen, in groups and in rows for the creation of borders. |