creeping juniper
Juniperus horizontalis 'Prince of Wales'
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Minimum
Hardiness Zone:
2
Flowers:
Non-flowering Flowers
Sun:
Full sun
Soil:
Sandy Loamy Clay Rocky
Fruits:
silver,blue,green,purple,gray,gray Fruits Ready In
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
silver
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Low
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Moderate
watering
Creeping juniper (Juniperus horizontalis 'Prince of Wales') should be watered lightly weekly throughout the growing season, or when the top inch or 2 of soil feels dry. The frequency may need to be increased in hotter, drier weather. During the winter, 1 deep watering a month will be sufficient. Be sure to avoid over-watering as this can cause root rot.
sunlight
Creeping Juniper (Juniperus horizontalis 'Prince of Wales') is a hardy evergreen plant that thrives in sunlight during the growing season. It requires 6 to 8 hours of direct, unfiltered sunlight per day during the growing season (April to September). This species does not tolerate full sun during the hottest months, so partial shade may be needed. In winter months, the plant needs at least 4 hours of indirect sun. Too much sun in winter can cause leaf burn or scorching.
pruning
Creeping juniper (Juniperus horizontalis 'Prince of Wales') should be pruned in early spring, before new growth starts to appear. Pruning should be kept to a minimum; it is not recommended to cut more than 1-third of the foliage each year. If pruning is necessary to improve the shape or health of the plant, it can be done selectively, but always avoid removing large branches or too many branches at once. Creeping juniper may also benefit from periodic trimming to shape the plant and remove any dead or dying branches. Lightly trimming the foliage once a year is usually sufficient, but not necessary.
