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JUNIPERUS squamata 'Blue Carpet'
Commonly known as Flaky juniper, Scaly-leaved Nepal juniper
Low growing spreading branches, blue grey foliage
(UK Delivery Only)
£15.50 each
MULTIBUY SAVING
Any 3+ £13.00 each
Plant Details
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Good to know
Creates a fast-growing, steel-blue mat of dense, prickly foliage. -
Pests & Diseases
Aphids, scale insects, webber moth caterpillars, twig blight, honey fungus. -
Place of origin
Northeastern Afghanistan, Himalayas, western and central China. -
EvergreenSharply-pointed, entirely juvenile leaves.
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Fully hardy
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Blue
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Acicular
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Height
40cm (16in) -
Spread
1m (39in)
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Conifer
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Dwarf shrubTypically only grows to a maximum of one or two feet in height but there will be some exceptions.Prostrate. Flaky, rusty-brown bark.
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Very hardy
Hardy in the severest continental climates including exposed upland locations in the UK. Plant can withstand temperatures < -20 (-4°F) -
Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Spring Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Winter Seasonal Interest
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harmful if eaten
People -
may cause skin allergy
People
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Mature Size40cm (16in)
1m (39in)
Planting Tips and Care Advice
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Garden Location/Conditions
Rockery (inc alpine)Suitable for small gardens
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Soil Conditions
Medium to light, fertile, well drained soilIncluding chalky or sandy soils.
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Sun Requirements
Full sun
Partial shade
Light dappled shade.
Juniperus - Growing Guide
