Juniperus communis Alpine Carpet ('Mondap') — Bushy, Columnar upright, Matforming, Trailing

Overview

Juniperus communis Alpine Carpet ('Mondap') is a bushy, columnar upright, matforming, trailing tree in the genus Juniperus, part of the Cupressaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Juniperus communis Alpine Carpet ('Mondap') grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include coastal, cottage and informal garden, wildlife gardens and low maintenance.

About

Juniperus communis Alpine Carpet ('Mondap') is a cultivar of the Juniperus genus, which comprises evergreen shrubs or trees with aromatic leaves and small, round fruits. This cultivar exhibits a matforming and trailing habit, making it suitable for ground cover. It thrives in full sun or partial shade, preferring well-drained soils such as chalk, clay, loam, or sand with a range of pH levels from acid to alkaline. Hardy to UK zone H7, it is well-suited for coastal, cottage, informal, and wildlife gardens, offering low-maintenance greenery throughout spring and summer.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Juniperus

Sunlight: Full sun, Partial shade
Soil type: Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pH: Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moisture: Well-drained
Aspect: South-facing, West-facing, East-facing
Exposure: Exposed, Sheltered
UK hardiness: H7

Plant details

Juniperus communis Alpine Carpet ('Mondap') size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: Tree
Habit: Bushy, Columnar upright, Matforming, Trailing
Foliage: Evergreen
Suggested uses: Coastal, Cottage and informal garden, Wildlife gardens, Low Maintenance

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Juniperus communis Alpine Carpet ('Mondap')

Propagation: Seed, Semi-ripe cuttings in early autumn
Pest resistance: Aphids, Juniper scale, Caterpillars
Disease resistance: Phytophthora, Canker, Honey fungus

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to plant Juniperus communis Alpine Carpet ('Mondap')?

Juniperus communis Alpine Carpet ('Mondap') prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.

What soil does Juniperus communis Alpine Carpet ('Mondap') need?

Juniperus communis Alpine Carpet ('Mondap') is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.

Is Juniperus communis Alpine Carpet ('Mondap') hardy in the UK?

Juniperus communis Alpine Carpet ('Mondap') has an RHS hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy throughout the UK, tolerating temperatures below -20°C.

How do I propagate Juniperus communis Alpine Carpet ('Mondap')?

Seed, Semi-ripe cuttings in early autumn.

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