Juniperus horizontalis 'Wiltonii' ('Blue Rug') - Blue Carpet Juniper

Market price from $3.10 to $7.40

Juniperus horizontalis 'Wiltonii' ('Blue Rug') is an evergreen shrub that shatters the conformity of conventional landscaping with its silvery-blue to bluish-purple spread. Earning the name "Blue Carpet Juniper," this variant is a hardy evergreen with a low, sprawling growth that paints a vivid swath of color across any terrain. Allying beauty with resilience in zones 3-9, the 'Blue Rug' holds its vibrant hue throughout all seasons, peaking with a touch of captivating purplish tinge during winter. It's a versatile, drought-tolerant warrior, growing up to 6 inches tall and spreading a stunning 8 feet wide, making it an ideal ground cover even on slopes or challenging terrains. Perfectly suited for full sun to partial shade, this landscaper's dream not only adds year-round color to rock gardens and edges but flaunts an extraordinary knack for erosion control. Easy to maintain and tough to miss, the 'Blue Rug' is a dependable investment for those looking for an eyecatching groundcover that there's truly nothing ordinary about.