Plant Type

Conifer, Shrub, Ground cover

 

Height Range

Under 1'

 

Flower Color

n/a

 

Flower Season

n/a

 

Leaf Color

Blue Green, Silver

 

Bark Color

Grey

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

 

Water

Low

 

Growth Rate

Fast

 

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

 

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Poor, Well-drained, Dry

 

Soil pH

Neutral

 

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Formal, Japanese, Mediterranean, Ranch, Seascape, Spanish

 

Accenting Features

Fall Color

 

Seasonal Interest

Winter, Fall

 

Location Uses

Entry, Shrub Border, Parking Strip, Patio, Park, Parking Lot, Raised Planter, Swimming Pool, Walls / Fences, With Rocks

 

Special Uses

Cascade, Erosion Control, Filler, Mass Planting, Small Spaces

 

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Wilton juniper is valued for its silver, blue-green, evergreen foliage which remains a constant blue color through winter. It quickly spreads 6 to 8 feet wide, only reaching 6 inches or so in height. It is useful on slopes and when draped over walls, and looks great in rock gardens.

Grow in any soil that is well draining, including sandy, gravelly, or clay soils, but they must be well draining. Best growth in full sun. Once established, it tolerates dry soils and heat. Avoid shearing, as that will made the juniper woody and stiff; instead, prune selectively if necessary (see Guides). Also listed as J. h. 'Blue Rug.'