Prostrate, ground cover evergreen shrub. Foliage is soft to touch and a deep gray green, taking on a plum cast in the winter. Easy to grow and fast. No pruning required. Botanical Name- Juniperus horizontalis ‘Youngstown’ Pronunciation- joo-NIP-er-us hor-ih-zon-TAY-lis Foliage- Evergreen Mature Width- 6 ft Mature Height- 1 ft Sun Exposure- Full Sun Soil Preferences- Tolerant of most soils, especially dry ones Current Size- 3 Bloom Color- Inconspicuous Bloom Time- Inconspicuous Companion Plants- Festuca glauca ‘Elijah Blue’ – fine-textured, silver-blue contrast 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
