flaky juniper 'Blue Carpet'
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An evergreen conifer, making a prostrate shrub 2m or more in spread. Foliage needle-like, bright blue-grey
Scientific classification
- Species
- flaky juniper 'Blue Carpet' (Juniperus squamata 'Blue Carpet')
- Genus
- Juniperus
- Family
- Cupressaceae
- Harmful if eaten/skin allergen. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
- Toxicity
- Conifers · Shrubs
- Plant type
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Height
- 1.5-2.5 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 flaky juniper 'Blue Carpet'
Distribution map
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Culture
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Toxicity
Harmful if eaten/skin allergen. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
Quick identification of flaky juniper 'Blue Carpet'
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flaky juniper 'Blue 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. Junipers need little if any pruning. Useful in hot sunny sites. Good ground cover
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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, scale insects, conifer red spider mite and caterpillars
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