Juniperus squamata 'Blue Carpet' is a stunning ground-cover juniper known for its vibrant, silvery-blue foliage that creates an eye-catching carpet-like effect in landscapes. It offers year-round interest with its dense, trailing growth habit and provides the perfect choice for erosion control, rock gardens, or as an accent in low-maintenance landscapes. This compact and hardy variety thrives in well-drained soils and adapts to various environmental conditions, making it a reliable option for both residential and commercial landscaping projects.
- Light: Full sun
- Water need: Low to moderate
- Growth rate: Moderate
- Mature size (HxW): 6–12 inches x 3–6 feet
- Habit: Spreading/ground-cover
- Bloom/interest: Silvery-blue foliage, evergreen
- Hardiness zone: 4–8
- Soil tolerance: Well-drained; adaptable to various soils
- Drought/heat tolerance: High
