The best time to start harvesting the fruits from Juniperus horizontalis 'Bar Harbor' is in late summer or early fall, typically between August and October.
creeping juniper
Juniperus horizontalis 'Bar Harbor'
Creeping juniper (Juniperus horizontalis 'Bar Harbor') is an evergreen, low-growing ground cover. With a dense, spreading habit, its silvery-blue foliage forms an attractive mat that is perfect for stabilizing slopes and adding texture to a landscape. It is relatively drought tolerant, making it an ideal choice in arid climates and low-maintenance areas. Its vigor and resilience make creeping juniper a great choice for a trouble-free landscape choice. It is also an excellent choice for erosion control and rock gardens.
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Minimum
Propagation:
Cutting,Layering Propagation,Division,Grafting Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
2
Flowers:
Non-flowering Flowers
Sun:
Full sun
Soil:
Sandy Loamy Clay Rocky
Fruits:
silver,blue,green,purple Fruits Ready In Fall
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Low
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Low
watering
Creeping juniper (Juniperus horizontalis 'Bar Harbor') should be watered thoroughly once every 2 to 4 weeks. During the summer months,check the soil 1-2 inches deep to make sure it is still moist and water only if it is dry. In the winter months, when the temperatures are cooler, wateringshould only be done once every 4-6 weeks.
sunlight
Creeping juniper (Juniperus horizontalis 'Bar Harbor') is a hardy evergreen shrub, tolerant of harsh winter weather. It grows best in full sun and thrives in warm temperatures. In ideal conditions, the creeping juniper can tolerate an average of 8 hours of direct sunlight per day. However, for best health and growth the optimal amount of light for creeping juniper is 5 to 6 hours of direct sunlight per day. If direct sunlight is not possible, an alternative may be filtered light or partial shade for 4 to 5 hours of direct sunlight per day.
pruning
Creeping juniper (Juniperus horizontalis 'Bar Harbor') requires minimal pruning as it grows to about a height of 2-3 ft. It is best done in late winter/early spring before new growth appears. Pruning should be done to maintain shape, remove dead/diseased branches, and thin out the plant for better air circulation. Cuts should be made just above a healthy leaf or needle on the branch. Depending on the size of the plant, pruning can take anywhere from 15 minutes to an hour or more.
Season
Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Harvest Fruit
Starts Flowering
Creeping juniper typically begins flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.
Starts Flowering
Creeping juniper typically begins flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.
Harvest Fruit
The best time to start harvesting the fruits from Juniperus horizontalis 'Bar Harbor' is in late summer or early fall, typically between August and October.
