Juniperus horizontalis Hughes

Common Name: Creeping Juniper 'Hughes'

Description:
Juniperus horizontalis 'Hughes' is a striking low-growing evergreen conifer with a spreading habit and attractive silver-blue foliage that develops a purplish tint in colder months. This hardy, drought-tolerant ground cover is excellent for erosion control, rockeries, garden borders, and cascading over retaining walls. It thrives in well-drained soils and prefers full sun but can tolerate part shade. With its dense, mat-forming growth, 'Hughes' is ideal for suppressing weeds and creating a low-maintenance, year-round display. Adaptable to Melbourne's climate, it withstands frost and coastal conditions, making it a versatile choice for many landscapes.

Form:

• Ground Cover

Mature Size:

• Height: 30–40 cm
• Width: 1.5–2 m

Aspect:

• Full Sun
• Part Shade

Flowering:

• Does not flower under Melbourne's weather conditions

Flower Colour:

• N/A

Key Attributes:

• Suitable for Pots
• Disease Resistant
• Drought Tolerant
• Suitable for Ground Cover
• Low Maintenance
• Salt Tolerant (suitable for coastal gardens)

Toxicity:

• Non-toxic to humans
• Mildly toxic to pets if ingested in large quantities

Companion Plants:

• Lavandula (Lavender)
• Thymus (Creeping Thyme)
• Sedum (Stonecrop)
• Buxus (Boxwood)
• Miscanthus (Maiden Grass)