Juniperus horizontalis, commonly known as Creeping Juniper, is a low-growing, spreading evergreen conifer. It’s notable for its sprawling habit and often used as a ground cover. Native: Native to North America, particularly found in Canada and the northern United States. It thrives in a variety of habitats, including rocky or sandy soils.

Juniperus horizontalis ‘Bar Harbor’ is an attractive, low-maintenance ground cover plant known for its dense mat formation and seasonal foliage color changes. Its adaptability and ease of care make it a popular choice for a range of landscaping needs.

2025年1月21日 · Juniperus horizontalis, a prostrate species, hybridizes with the trees J. virginiana and J. scopulorum (Adams 1983; Fassett 1945) and is closely related to both. The hybrid between J. horizontalis and J. scopulorum is J. × fassettii Boivin, and that between J. horizontalis and J. virginiana is J. × ambigens (Fassett) R.P.Adams.

A wide-spreading prostrate, evergreen conifer forming a mat up to 2m across. Foliage is greenish-yellow A useful plant for ground cover and hot, sunny sites. Join the RHS today and save 1/3

‘Bar Harbor’ is a versatile plant that is not too dense. Use this cultivar as a ground cover on slopes, where it can help control soil erosion, or in rock gardens or retaining walls. Its horizontal form makes it ideal to plant along a walkway or near a patio.

2017年11月11日 · Low plants with a mat-like or spreading form help ground the garden to its site, much like the carpet does to the furniture in your home. Examples include shrubs like creeping juniper ( Juniperus horizontalis cvs.) and bearberry cotoneaster ( Cotoneaster dammeri ) and creeping perennials such as lamb’s ears ( Stachys byzantina ).

Juniperus horizontalis is an evergreen groundcover conifer shrub with green foliage. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in alkaline and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

One of the most useful ground cover conifer varieties, it grows well in colder climates, however it is versatile and is regarded as hardy in USDA Zones 3 to 9. An excellent choice for any well drained soil, and especially useful as a low maintenance ground cover in difficult situations.

A low-growing, flat, evergreen conifer with dense, blue to emerald-green foliage. Ideal for groundcover or for rockeries. All ratings refer to the UK growing conditions unless otherwise stated. Minimum temperature ranges (in degrees C) are shown in brackets. Harmful if eaten/skin allergen. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling.

2024年3月20日 · When you think of conifers, a Christmas tree probably comes to mind. Yet these cone-bearing plants come in various shapes, sizes, and colors. Use our guide to the best choices to provide year-round beauty and structure to your landscape. Choose from spruce, fir, pine, and other conifer tree types.