JUNIPERUS HORIZONTALIS BLUE CHIP / BLUE CHIP JUNIPER

JUNIPERUS HORIZONTALIS BLUE CHIP / BLUE CHIP JUNIPER

Compact, Spreading Groundcover with Blue-Green Foliage
Juniperus horizontalis 'Blue Chip,' also known as Blue Chip Juniper, is a low-spreading evergreen shrub that offers striking blue-green foliage throughout the year. This hardy groundcover is perfect for adding color and texture to garden beds, slopes, or along pathways. Its dense, compact growth makes it an excellent choice for areas requiring both beauty and functional coverage, such as erosion control or low-maintenance gardens.

Why Choose Blue Chip Juniper?

Comparison: 'Blue Chip' stands out for its rich, silvery-blue foliage, offering a unique and attractive color compared to other creeping junipers. Unlike other varieties that may be greener or more yellowish, Blue Chip maintains a cool-toned, blue-green hue that contrasts beautifully with other plants in the garden.

Companions: Pairs well with other drought-tolerant perennials, ornamental grasses, or even flowering shrubs. Its low-growing habit makes it ideal for use as a border plant or groundcover under taller plants or trees.

Key Features:

• Blue-Green Foliage: Unique silvery-blue needles that create a cool-toned contrast in the landscape, providing visual interest throughout the year.
• Spreading Groundcover: Spreads quickly to form a dense, low-maintenance mat, perfect for erosion control or filling in large garden beds.
• Hardy & Resilient: Thrives in USDA zones 3–9, offering versatility for both colder and warmer climates.
• Low Maintenance: Once established, Blue Chip Juniper is drought-tolerant, pest-resistant, and requires very little care.
• Erosion Control: Ideal for stabilizing slopes and areas that need ground coverage, preventing soil erosion with its spreading habit.

Specifications:

• Mature Height: 0.2 m tall
• Mature Width: 1.2–1.5 m wide
• Growth Rate: Moderate to fast (30–45 cm per year)
• Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade
• Hardiness: Zone 3–9

Blue Chip Juniper is an excellent choice for gardeners seeking a compact, blue-toned groundcover that is both hardy and low-maintenance. Its spreading growth and attractive foliage make it a standout addition to any garden or landscape.