Blue Chip Juniper

Blue Chip Juniper is a compact, low-growing evergreen with silvery-blue foliage that provides year-round color and texture in rock gardens and borders.
Plant Type
Perennial
Light Requirement
Full sun
Max Height
8 feet
Max Spread
12 inches

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Juniperus horizontalis ‘Blue Chip’ is a hardy, spreading groundcover juniper prized for its dense, scale-like needles that boast a striking silvery-blue hue. Growing 6 to 12 inches tall and spreading 6 to 8 feet wide, Blue Chip is perfect for rock gardens, slopes, foundation plantings, and erosion control. Its low-maintenance nature, drought tolerance, and resistance to deer and pests make it a reliable choice for tough landscaping conditions. The foliage color intensifies in cold weather, adding seasonal interest.

This section shows how the plant will fit into your yard and into your life.

Seasonal Interest:

Silvery-blue foliage year-round; deeper blue in winter

Landscape Uses:

Groundcover, rock gardens, slopes, borders, erosion control

Allergy Considerations:

Low

Kid/Pet Safety:

Non-toxic

Mess Factor:

Low — minimal needle drop

Maintenance Level:

Low — minimal pruning needed

This section covers practical care information for homeowners.

Water Needs:

Low — drought tolerant once established

Soil Tolerance:

Prefers well-drained soils; adaptable

Drought Tolerance:

High

Deer Resistance:

High — rarely browsed

Pest/Disease Resistance:

High — generally pest-free

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