Juniperus conferta Blue Lagoon

Blue Lagoon Juniper

Juniperus conferta ‘Blue Lagoon’ — commonly called Blue Lagoon shore juniper — is a low-growing evergreen shrub valued for its dense, mat-forming habit and rich blue-green foliage that takes on attractive purplish tones in winter. Its trailing branches spread to form a thick groundcover, providing durable year-round texture and color.

Type: Evergreen shrub

Mature Size:
Width: 6–8 ft
Height: 1–2 ft

USDA Zones: 5a–9b

Form: Low, prostrate, spreading

Light: Full sun

Soil: Well-drained soil; thrives in sandy, rocky, and coastal conditions

Water: Low to medium; drought tolerant once established

Wildlife: Provides shelter for birds; deer resistant

Features & Landscape Uses: Excellent for slopes, groundcover, rock gardens, coastal plantings, and erosion control. Its blue foliage and winter color add seasonal interest to low-maintenance landscapes.

Care: Plant in full sun with excellent drainage. Avoid heavy, wet soils. Minimal pruning is needed; trim lightly only if shaping is desired.

Plant type

Evergreen Shrub

Height

1-2'

Width

6-8'

Hardiness zones

5–9

Sunlight

Full Sun

Leaf color

Teal

Soil

Average, Sandy, Well Drained

Landscape use

Accent Plant, Erosion control mass planting, Erosion control slopes, Mass Planting

Shape

Low Spreading

Deer resistant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No