A low, spreading juniper with soft, slightly prickly blue-green needles that hugs the ground and tumbles over banks. Exceptionally salt- and sand-tolerant, it is a top groundcover for coastal slopes.
At a glance
- Plant type: Spreading groundcover
- Mature size: 30 cm H × 2 m W
- Aspect: full sun
- Water: happy on low water
- Frost: hardy
- Maintenance: low maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Shore Juniper
Juniperus conferta 'Shore Juniper' is a moderate-growing spreading groundcover in the Cupressaceae family. It reaches around 30 cm tall and 2 m wide at maturity, with evergreen and silver-grey foliage.
Where to grow Shore Juniper
Shore Juniper suits warm-temperate, Mediterranean and subtropical climates and grows best in full sun. It is frost hardy and shrugs off cold winters. It also tolerates salt-laden coastal winds and is a genuinely water-wise choice.
Soil & planting
Shore Juniper does best in free-draining and sandy soil. Plant into well-prepared ground, firm the soil around the roots and water deeply to settle it in.
Watering & feeding
Shore Juniper performs well with relatively little water once established. Apply a balanced fertiliser in spring to support healthy growth. During the first growing season, water deeply whenever the upper soil begins to dry, then reduce the frequency as roots establish.
Pruning & care
Tip-prune Shore Juniper in spring to maintain a dense, shapely habit. Its ongoing care level is low maintenance.
Using Shore Juniper in the garden
Shore Juniper earns its place for holding soil on banks and slopes and pots and courtyard containers. It is equally at home in the ground or a large pot on a balcony or courtyard.
Companion planting & design
Build the planting around neighbours suited to the same happy on low water and warm-temperate climate as Shore Juniper. Repeating the foliage or flower colour nearby will make the composition feel deliberate.
Good to know
It is regarded as non-toxic and pet-safe.
Buying Shore Juniper
Plant Sale lists Shore Juniper as potted plants and advanced specimens. Use the interest form above to check current sizes, pricing and availability before ordering.
