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    RedCrocus Blue Chip Juniper - Juniperus Blue Chip Live Plant, Evergreen Groundcover, Steel-Blue Foliage, Outdoor Landscape or Containers, Full Sun, Hardy USDA Zones 3-9 3 Gallon Nursery Pot

    RedCrocus Blue Chip Juniper - Juniperus Blue Chip Live Plant, Evergreen Groundcover, Steel-Blue Foliage, Outdoor Landscape or Containers, Full Sun, Hardy USDA Zones 3-9 3 Gallon Nursery Pot

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    Juniperus Blue Chip

    Evergreen Groundcover

    A durable, low-growing juniper prized for its steely blue foliage that takes on attractive plum tints in winter. Excellent for erosion control on slopes, spilling over walls, and weaving through rock gardens. Tough, drought tolerant once established, and generally deer resistant. Botanical accuracy note: commonly sold as Juniperus horizontalis 'Blue Chip'.

    Description

    Juniperus Blue Chip forms a dense, mat-like carpet of fine, scale-like evergreen foliage. Its horizontal, branching habit hugs the ground, creating a refined, weed-suppressing cover that keeps its rich silver-blue color through the growing season before shifting to a soft purplish hue in cold weather. Heat, wind, urban conditions, and coastal exposure are handled with ease when soil drainage is sharp.

    Suggested Uses

    • Rock & alpine gardens
    • Slope & erosion control
    • Cascading over walls
    • Coastal & urban landscapes
    • Mass groundcover plantings
    • Large containers & troughs
    • Foundation borders & edges

    Plant Details

    • Botanical name iconBotanical NameJuniperus Blue Chip
    • Common name iconCommon NameJuniperus Blue Chip (Blue Chip Juniper)
    • Size and growth iconSize & GrowthMature height 6–8 in (15–20 cm); spread 4–8+ ft (1.2–2.5 m). Low, mat-forming habit; excellent groundcover.
    • Hardiness iconHardiness ZonesUSDA 3–9; very cold-hardy and heat tolerant when provided excellent drainage.
    • Foliage iconFoliage TypeEvergreen conifer; fine, scale-like foliage. Blue to steel-blue in growing season; takes on plum to purple tones in winter.
    • Bloom time iconBloom TimeNon-flowering (conifer). Produces inconspicuous cones; no ornamental bloom.
    • Growth rate iconGrowth RateModerate; typically extends 3–6 in (7–15 cm) per year under average conditions.
    • Light requirements iconLight RequirementsFull sun (6–8+ hrs). Tolerates light shade but color and density are best in full sun.
    • Pollinators iconAttracts PollinatorsNo. Wind-pollinated; not a nectar source for bees or butterflies.
    • Indoor iconIndoor FriendlyNot suitable as a houseplant; designed for outdoor landscapes year-round.
    • Container iconContainer FriendlyYes, in large, well-drained containers or troughs; use gritty, free-draining potting mix.
    • Deer resistant iconDeer ResistantGenerally deer resistant; browsing is rare once established.
    • Pet warning iconPet WarningFoliage may be mildly toxic and prickly if chewed; can cause GI upset or mouth irritation. Plant away from pet play areas.
    • Fragrant iconFragrantLightly aromatic, resinous scent when foliage is rubbed or cut.
    • Cut flower iconCut FlowerNo; not used as a cut flower. Small sprigs may be used for winter greens or crafts.
    • Companions iconGrows Well WithGrows Well With Sedum, Sempervivum, creeping Thyme, Lavender, Festuca glauca, Armeria, Coreopsis, dwarf pines and spruces.

    Care Tips

    • Planting instructions iconPlanting Instructions Site in full sun. Space plants 4–6 ft apart to allow spread. Loosen circling roots, set crown level with the soil, backfill with free‑draining mix, water thoroughly, and mulch 2–3 in (keep mulch off stems).
    • Soil moisture iconSoil MoistureKeep evenly moist for the first season to establish; thereafter water deeply but infrequently. Avoid persistently wet or waterlogged soils.
    • Soil type iconSoil TypeWell-drained sandy or loamy soils are ideal; tolerates rocky soils. pH 6.0–7.5. In heavy clay, amend with grit and organic matter or plant on a berm/raised bed.
    • Humidity iconHumidityPrefers average to low humidity with good air circulation. Avoid dense shade and stagnant humidity to reduce risk of tip blights.
    • Pruning iconPruning InstructionsMinimal pruning needed. Lightly shear or trim stray runners in late winter to early spring. Avoid cutting into old brown wood. Remove dead/diseased tips anytime; sanitize tools between cuts.
    • Winter care iconWinter CareExtremely hardy. Water deeply before the ground freezes. Maintain 2–3 in mulch for root insulation. Brush off heavy, wet snow to prevent breakage; tolerates road salt better than many shrubs but avoid direct splash when possible.
    • Planting depth iconPlanting DepthSet the root flare at or slightly above grade; do not bury the crown. Ensure the planting hole is 2–3× wider than the root ball for quick establishment.
    • Fertilization iconFertilizationA light feeder. Apply a slow‑release, balanced conifer fertilizer (e.g., 8‑8‑8 to 10‑10‑10) in early spring at label rates. Avoid high nitrogen and do not fertilize late in the season.
    • Special care iconSpecial CarePrioritize sharp drainage and sun. Space for airflow to deter Phomopsis/Kabatina tip blights; avoid frequent overhead irrigation. Drought, heat, wind, and coastal exposure tolerant once established.
    Information reflects typical performance for this cultivar across suitable climates; adjust care to local conditions and site specifics.
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