Blue Rug Juniper Live Plant, Juniperus horizontalis Wiltonii, Low Growing Evergreen Ground Cover, Blue Green Foliage, Drought Tolerant

Blue Rug Juniper – Juniperus horizontalis 'Wiltonii'

Create a beautiful, low-growing evergreen carpet with Blue Rug Juniper, also known as Juniperus horizontalis 'Wiltonii'. This hardy, spreading ground cover is prized for its attractive blue-green foliage, compact growth, and excellent tolerance of dry, windy, and coastal conditions.

Its naturally sprawling habit makes it an excellent choice for rock gardens, slopes, borders, mass plantings, and areas where a low-maintenance evergreen ground cover is desired. The foliage can also develop attractive purple tones in fall and winter, adding seasonal color to the landscape.

Available Plant Sizes

Choose from the available options:

• 1–2 Year-Old Potted Plants: Available now

• 8–12 Month Starter Plants: Available now

Please select your preferred size option when ordering. Pots may be removed before shipping.

Plant Features

• Botanical name: Juniperus horizontalis 'Wiltonii'

• Common name: Blue Rug Juniper

• Plant type: Low-growing evergreen shrub

• USDA Hardiness Zones: 3–9

• Mature height: Approximately 3–6 inches

• Mature spread: Approximately 6–8 feet

• Growth: Slow-growing, spreading habit

• Foliage: Blue-green, with attractive purple hues in fall and winter

Growing Conditions

Blue Rug Juniper is adaptable and thrives in sunny locations with well-draining soil.

• Light: Full sun

• Soil: Well-draining sandy, rocky, or other suitable soils

• Soil tolerance: Adaptable to a range of soil pH levels

• Water: Low water needs; tolerates dry conditions once established

• Drainage: Good drainage is important to help prevent root rot

• Hardiness: Excellent cold, wind, and salt tolerance

• Deer resistance: Deer-resistant, according to the seller

Landscape Uses

Its dense, spreading growth makes Blue Rug Juniper useful for:

• Evergreen ground cover

• Rock gardens and coastal landscapes

• Slope stabilization and erosion control

• Borders and mass plantings

• Dry, sunny landscape areas

• Bonsai projects

The plant can spread considerably over time, so allow enough room for its mature width when choosing a planting location.

Care and Maintenance

Blue Rug Juniper requires minimal maintenance once established. Light pruning in late winter or early spring is optional if shaping is desired.

Avoid planting in poorly drained areas, as consistently wet soil can lead to root problems. Provide appropriate watering while the plant establishes, then adjust according to local conditions.

Shipping Information

• Plants are inspected for quality before shipment.

• Pots may be removed prior to shipping.

• Free shipping is available to most locations.

• Alaska, Hawaii, APO addresses, U.S. territories, and areas considered remote may require an additional freight surcharge.

• Please message us before ordering if you have questions about plant size, shipping, or availability.

Scenic Hill Farm is a licensed Oregon nursery.

Add lasting evergreen color and a beautiful spreading ground cover to your landscape with Blue Rug Juniper!