creeping juniper
Juniperus horizontalis 'Grey Forest'
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Minimum
Hardiness Zone:
2
Flowers:
Non-flowering Flowers
Sun:
Full sun
Soil:
Sandy Loamy Clay Rocky
Fruits:
silver,blue,green Fruits Ready In Fall
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Low
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Invasive:
Yes
Care Level:
Low
watering
Creeping juniper needs to be watered about once a week during active growth in the spring and summer months. During the winter months, when the plant is dormant, the soil should only be watered when it is completely dry. To ensure that your creeping juniper is getting enough water, make sure that the soil is moist but not waterlogged. It's best to water the plant slowly and deeply, ensuring that the water is evenly distributed.
sunlight
Creeping juniper plants (Juniperus horizontalis 'Grey Forest') thrive in full sun, meaning they need 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight every day. They can also tolerate partial shade, particularly during the hottest times of the year. The best time for sunlight for the plant is early to late morning for the most intense light, with the sun filtering through lower in the sky being less intense. If feasible, morning and early afternoon sun is ideal. During the hottest afternoon and evening hours, some additional protection, such as shade cloth, may be beneficial.
pruning
Creeping juniper (Juniperus horizontalis 'Grey Forest') should be lightly pruned in early spring, just before bud break in late March or early April. It can be occasionally pruned in summer and fall, but doing so too often or too severely can remove flower buds and disrupt the natural growth pattern of the plant. When pruning creeping juniper, it is best to remove only a light amount of new growth (about 10-15%). This will help keep the plant in a good shape, but still leave enough foliage to shelter the root zone from damaging winds.
