Juniperus conferta

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Juniper, Shore

 
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Information by:         Photographer: Linda Engstrom GardenSoft

 

Description

A prostrate, trailing juniper with bright green, soft needles, 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 on the City of Ashland’s Prohibited Plant List and should only be planted if it is at least 5 feet away from any structure. Prohibited Flammable Plants List Use caution when planting and follow tree and shrub spacing guidelines as outlined in the General Fuel Modification Area Standards found in Ashland’s Municipal Code, Chapter 18.3.10.100 https://ashland.municipal.codes/LandUse/18.3.10.100 Questions? Contact Firewise staff at 541-482-2770.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Plant Type

Conifer, Ground cover, Perennial

 

Height Range

1-3'

 

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Sun

Full, Half

 

Water

Very Low, Low, Medium, Extra in Summer

 

Growth Rate

Moderate, Slow

 

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam, Rocky

 

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Well-drained, Dry

 

Soil pH

Neutral

 

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Water Saving Tip:

Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.