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‘Effusa’
Juniper
Juniperus communis
'Effusa'
- Evergreen
- Groundcover
- Deer resistant
- Description
A low-growing mat of dark green foliage, 'Effusa' juniper makes an excellent groundcover. Less tolerant of hot, dry conditions than other junipers, and not a good choice for the South.
- USDA Zone
- 2 - 7 (-50°F/-45°C)
- Exposure
- Full sun
- Height
- 9 - 18"
- Width
- 2 - 6'
- Finish Time
- 1.5 seasons
- Type
- Evergreen
- Flower Color
- Foliage Color
- Green
General Care
Soil
Well-drained soil is imperative.Pruning
Pruning is not typically required as a matter of course; prune to shape or to control spread as needed.Uses
Groundcover; mass plantings.Growing Tips
Effusa' is much less heat and drought tolerant than other junipers; site appropriately.Features: Evergreen, Deer resistant, Winter interest, Foliage interest, Alkaline soil, Salt tolerant
Filters: Botanical genus: Juniperus, Common name: Juniper, Retail program: Local Roots®, USDA Zone 2, USDA Zone 3, USDA Zone 4, USDA Zone 5, USDA Zone 6, USDA Zone 7, Exposure: Full sun, Green foliage
Features: Evergreen, Deer resistant, Winter interest, Foliage interest, Alkaline soil, Salt tolerant
Filters: Botanical genus: Juniperus, Common name: Juniper, Retail program: Local Roots®, USDA Zone 2, USDA Zone 3, USDA Zone 4, USDA Zone 5, USDA Zone 6, USDA Zone 7, Exposure: Full sun, Green foliage