About
This low-growing, creeping evergreen shrub to 30cm high, with dense, prickly, golden yellow-green foliage, with an orange tint in winter.
About the genus
Juniperus can be prostrate or erect, evergreen shrubs or trees with aromatic, scale-like or sharply pointed awl-shaped leaves, and small globose fruits
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun, Partial shade
Soil typeChalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureWell-drained, Moist but well-drained
AspectEast-facing, South-facing, West-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH6
Plant details
Plant typeShrubs
HabitSpreading branched
FoliageEvergreen
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread1-1.5 metres
Time to full height5-10 years
Suggested usesCity and courtyard gardens, Coastal, Cottage and informal garden, Gravel garden, Rock garden
ToxicityHarmful if eaten/skin allergen. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
Care notes
CultivationGrow in any well-drained soil, including dry, chalky or sandy soils. Prefers full sun but will tolerate partial shade
PruningNo pruning required
PropagationPropagate by semi-hardwood cuttings in early autumn
Pest resistanceMay be susceptible to aphids, scale insects and webber moth caterpillars
Disease resistanceMay be susceptible to pestalotiopsis on conifers, phytophthora and honey fungus