Blue Rug Juniper (Juniperus horizontalis 'Wiltonii') is a top choice for groundcover thanks to its dense, silver-blue foliage and creeping habit. It stays under 6 inches tall but can spread 6–10 feet wide, forming a beautiful living carpet over rocks, slopes, or garden edges. Cold-hardy, salt-tolerant, and deer-resistant, it’s an ideal plant for erosion control and tough landscape spots.
- Hardiness USDA Zones are 3 to 9
- Thrives in Full Sun
- Typically grows 4–6 inches tall and spreads 6–10 feet wide
Note: Shipped potted and carefully packed. Foliage may bronze slightly in winter but returns to blue in spring. California shipping restrictions may apply.
Frequently Asked Questions❓
What makes Blue Rug Juniper special?
🌊 Its dense, silver-blue foliage forms a striking, weed-suppressing mat even in harsh conditions.
Is it good for erosion control?
🌱 Yes! It spreads wide and roots easily along the stems, helping to stabilize slopes.
Does it require much maintenance?
🧹 No! It’s low-maintenance, drought-tolerant once established, and doesn’t require pruning.
Is it deer-resistant?
🦌 Yes. Deer typically avoid it, making it a safe choice for wildlife-prone areas.
Can I grow it in containers?
🪴 Yes, though it prefers open landscape beds where it can spread freely.
Growing Zones: 3–9
| Mature Height: | 4–6 inches |
| Sunlight: | Full Sun |
| Mature Width: | 6–10 feet |
| Botanical Name: | Juniperus horizontalis 'Wiltonii' |
| Growth Rate: | Moderate |
| Foliage: | Silvery blue, evergreen |
| Plant Type: | Evergreen Groundcover |
| Product Type: | Low-Maintenance Spreading Shrub |
