JUNIPERUS HORIZONTALIS HUGHES / HUGHES JUNIPER
- Regular price
-
$59.99 CAD - Regular price
-
- Sale price
-
$59.99 CAD
Couldn't load pickup availability
Delivery Fees
Convenient Delivery to Your Doorstep, Minimum Order $100 and it's on us!
Orders less than $100 will be subject to a $15.00 delivery fee.
JUNIPERUS HORIZONTALIS ‘HUGHES’ / HUGHES JUNIPER
Silvery-Blue, Spreading Ground Cover with Year-Round Interest
Juniperus horizontalis ‘Hughes,’ commonly known as Hughes Juniper, is a vigorous, low-growing evergreen with striking silvery-blue foliage that maintains its beauty year-round. With a dense, spreading habit, this drought-tolerant juniper is ideal for erosion control, rock gardens, and ground cover in low-maintenance landscapes. In winter, the foliage takes on a soft purplish hue, adding seasonal interest.
Why Choose Hughes Juniper?
Comparison: ‘Hughes’ has a stronger silver-blue tone than other horizontal junipers like ‘Prince of Wales’ or ‘Blue Rug.’ It also offers a slightly more compact and uniform spread, making it an excellent choice for covering large areas with a consistent look.
Companions: Pairs beautifully with other evergreens such as Dwarf Mugo Pine or Blue Star Juniper. It also contrasts well with ornamental grasses, flowering perennials like Sedum, and small shrubs like Potentilla.
Key Features:
- Striking Silvery-Blue Foliage: Maintains a cool-toned color throughout the year, with a soft purple tinge in winter.
- Wide, Spreading Growth: Forms a dense, low carpet of foliage, perfect for ground cover, slopes, and erosion control.
- Low Maintenance & Drought-Tolerant: Requires minimal care once established and thrives in dry, poor soils.
- Cold-Hardy & Resilient: Withstands harsh winters and adapts to a range of soil conditions, from sandy to rocky.
- Year-Round Interest: Provides lasting color and texture, even in the colder months.
Specifications:
- Mature Height: 30–45 cm tall
- Mature Width: 1.5–2.4 m wide
- Growth Rate: Moderate (15–30 cm per year)
- Sun Exposure: Full sun
- Hardiness: Zone 3–8
Hughes Juniper is an excellent choice for gardeners looking for a durable, low-maintenance ground cover with stunning silvery-blue foliage. Its ability to spread quickly, resist drought, and provide year-round interest makes it perfect for covering slopes, filling garden beds, or enhancing rock gardens.
Care Instructions
Different plants have different watering needs. Check the soil moisture by inserting your finger about an inch into the soil. If it feels dry, water the plant until the water drains from the bottom of the pot. Avoid overwatering, as it can lead to root rot.
