Tough low-maintenance groundcover for difficult spaces
Juniperus squamata ‘Blue Carpet’ is a hardy spreading conifer loved for its striking blue-grey foliage and dense ground-hugging growth habit. Perfect for Melbourne gardens, slopes, rockeries and low-maintenance landscapes, this tough evergreen creates year-round colour while suppressing weeds and handling dry conditions with ease.
Plant Features Chart
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Juniperus squamata ‘Blue Carpet’ |
| Common Name | Blue Carpet Juniper |
| Plant Type | Evergreen Groundcover Conifer |
| Height | 20–40cm |
| Width | 1.5–2m |
| Position | Full Sun |
| Soil | Well-Drained Soil |
| Water Needs | Low Once Established |
| Frost Tolerance | High |
| Feature | Blue-Grey Evergreen Foliage |
| Ideal Use | Groundcover, Slopes, Rockeries, Borders |
Groundcover Perfect for slopes, borders and modern landscapes
Add year-round structure and striking blue colour to your garden with Juniperus squamata ‘Blue Carpet’. This incredibly hardy evergreen groundcover forms a dense spreading mat of soft blue-grey foliage, making it ideal for slopes, rockeries, retaining walls and low-maintenance landscapes. Drought tolerant, frost hardy and easy to grow, it delivers strong visual impact while helping suppress weeds and reduce garden upkeep.
