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Juniperus rigida subsp. Conferta


Juniperus rigida subsp. Conferta

CATALOGUE DESCRIPTION
Superior evergreen groundcover with bright apple-green prickly foliage with a small white band under the leaf. It has a widely spreading habit. The new growth emerges bright green. Lovely when planted around boulders or in rock gardens. A reliable plant for extreme climates. Thrives in rocky soils or the sandy gravel. Use on slopes for coverage or erosion control. Plant along retaining walls and curbs, where the creeping foliage will cover year-round. A native of Japan and Russia where it is found on sandy seashores.

 
Genus
Juniperus
Species   rigida
Cultivar   subsp. Conferta

Common name
Sand juniper

Family name
Cupressaceae
Place of origin


DETAILS
Height
20 cm
Width
100 cm
(expected growth in average NZ conditions in 5 to 10 years)
Leaves
Evergreen

Soil Type
Grows in most soil types / Grows in sandy soils

Moisture
Soil must be well drained

Exposure
Grows in exposed or coastal sites. / Prefers a sunny site / Will tolerate very hard frosts.

Immaculate / Magnificent / Sanctuary / Texture

Shrubs

Category
Prostrate or creeping.
Availability
We have this currently available in a PB 5 container. Ask for it at your retailer.
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