creeping juniper 'Blue Chip'
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A prostrate, evergreen shrub spreading to 3m wide forming a carpet of blue-green to silvery-blue, scale-like leaves that often take on purple tones in winter
Scientific classification
- Species
- creeping juniper 'Blue Chip' (Juniperus horizontalis 'Blue Chip')
- 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
- 2.5-4 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 creeping juniper 'Blue Chip'
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 creeping juniper 'Blue Chip'
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creeping juniper 'Blue Chip' care guide
- Water sparingly once established, excellent drainage essential
- Watering
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Water sparingly once established, excellent drainage essential
Fertilizing
FertilizingLight slow release conifer feed in spring
Pruning
PruningNo pruning required
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by semi-hardwood cuttings
Growing
GrowingGrow in any well-drained soil, in full sun or light, dappled shade
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
May be susceptible to pestalotiopsis on conifers, phytophthora and a canker
Pests
May be susceptible to aphids, juniper scale and caterpillars
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