juniper 'Green Carpet'
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A wide-spreading, prostrate evergreen conifer about 10cm tall and 1m or more across, with dense, neat, prickly, needle-like, bright green foliage
Scientific classification
- Species
- juniper 'Green Carpet' (Juniperus communis 'Green Carpet')
- Genus
- Juniperus
- Family
- Cupressaceae
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- Toxicity
- Shrubs · Conifers
- Plant type
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Height
- 1-1.5 metres
- Spread
- Evergreen
- Foliage
- Matforming
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
- Season of interest
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of juniper 'Green Carpet'
Distribution map
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Culture
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Toxicity
Skin allergen, wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling]
Quick identification of juniper 'Green Carpet'
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juniper 'Green Carpet' care guide
- Deep occasional watering with excellent drainage, less once established
- Watering
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Deep occasional watering with excellent drainage, less once established
Fertilizing
FertilizingLight conifer feed once yearly in early spring only
Pruning
PruningNo pruning required
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by semi-hardwood cuttings
Growing
GrowingGrow in any well-drained soil including dry, chalky or sandy soils in full sun or light dappled shade. Ideal ground cover. See conifer cultivation for further advice
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
May be susceptible to phytophthora, canker and honey fungus. See also Conifers: brown patches
Pests
May be susceptible to aphids, juniper scale and caterpillars
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