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Juniperus horizontalis 'Prince of Wales'

Family Cupressaceae
Plant Type conifer
Zone USDA:   3a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 5 - 15 cm (2 - 6 in)
Spread 0.9 - 1.8 m (3 - 6 ft)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description This plant is horizontal spreading in form and has fine textured and evergreen foliage that is greyish green in colour.
Typical Uses Bank cover, border, edging, ground cover, foundation and xeriscaping.
Special Characteristics This plant has a natural ability to resist deer, and it is tolerant of pollution. In the winter, Juniperus horizontalis 'Prince of Wales' provides winter interest.
Cautions Where conditions are favourable, Juniperus horizontalis 'Prince of Wales' (creeping juniper) can be invasive and may require maintenance to keep it under control.