This carpet-forming evergreen groundcover Juniper has golden yellow color that is at its brightest in full sun. Will grow only 10 to 15 inches tall and 3 to 8 feet wide. An excellent groundcover or for cascading over walls. Deer resistance. Botanical Name- Juniperus conferta Golden Pacific Pronunciation- joo-NIP-er-us kon-FER-tuh Foliage- Evergreen Mature Width- 8 ft Mature Height- 1 ft Sun Exposure- Full Sun Soil Preferences- Well-drained soil Current Size- 3 Bloom Color- Inconspicuous Bloom Time- Inconspicuous Companion Plants- Coreopsis ‘Little Moonshine’ – gold foliage vs mini yellow daisies Fauna Attracted- Berry-like cones eaten by cedar waxwings, thrushes; shelter for beneficial insects Plant Habit- Shrub
- Care Rating- Easy
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin – C27 Yearly Care Instructions- Remove dead or crowded branches anytime; prefers well-drained soil and minimal fertilizing. Trimming Instructions- Prune in late winter or early spring to shape. Avoid cutting into old wood. Fertilization Instructions- Use a conifer-type, slow-release fertilizer (e.g., 4-8-8) in spring; low to moderate feeding need. Good drainage in clay is essential to prevent root rot. Fertilizer Recommendation- Evergreen-tone Possible Issues- Cedar-apple rust, scale insects
