RedCrocus Blue Rug Creeping Juniper (Juniperus horizontalis 'Wiltonii')- Drought-Tolerant Evergreen Ground Cover, Ideal for Rock Gardens & Borders 10 Gallon

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.plant-container { font-family: inherit; } .plant-container ul { list-style: none; padding-left: 0; margin-left: 0; } .plant-container li { display: flex; align-items: center; marg in-bottom: 8px; line-height: 1.6; padding-left: 0; } .plant-container img { width: 24px; height: auto; margin-right: 10px; vertical-align: middle; flex-shrink: 0; } Blue Rug Creeping Juniper Juniperus horizontalis 'Wiltonii' Standard Description A low-growing, spreading evergreen shrub featuring silvery-blue foliage that cascades over garden beds. Ideal for ground cover, rock gardens, or edging, providing texture and color with minimal maintenance. Suggested Uses Perfect for ground cover, rock gardens, borders, and containers. Its drought tolerance and compact growth make it suitable for xeriscaping and low-maintenance landscapes. Plant Details Botanical Name: Blue Rug Creeping Juniper Juniperus horizontalis 'Wiltonii' Standard Common Name: Blue Rug Creeping Juniper Size & Growth: Typically spreads 3-4 feet wide; grows about 2-3 inches per year Hardiness Zones: 3-9 Foliage Type: Evergreen, needle-like Bloom Time: Usually non-flowering or inconspicuous Growth Rate: Slow to moderate Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade Attracts Pollinators: No Indoor Friendly: No Container Friendly: Yes Deer Resistant: Yes Pet Warning: Non-toxic to dogs and cats Fragrant: No Cut Flower: No Grows Well With: Succulents, drought-tolerant plants, other ground covers Care Tips Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil in full sun. Space plants 2-3 feet apart. Soil Moisture: Very drought tolerant; water moderately during first year Soil Type: Sandy, rocky, or well-drained loamy soil Humidity: Tolerant of dry air Pruning Instructions: Minimal pruning needed; remove dead or diseased branches in early spring Winter Care: Very cold hardy; generally requires no winter protection Planting Depth: Same depth as in container or root ball Fertilization: Apply a slow-release fertilizer in early spring if needed Special Care: Avoid overwatering; prefers dry conditions Show more