Juniperus Horizontalis 'Lime Glow'

Juniper Lime Glow

Juniperus horizontalis ‘Lime Glow’ — commonly called Lime Glow juniper — is a low-growing evergreen shrub valued for its bright chartreuse to golden-yellow foliage that intensifies in full sun and develops orange-bronze tones in winter. Its dense, low mounding habit creates a glowing cushion of color, providing strong year-round interest.

Type: Evergreen shrub

Mature Size:
Width: 4–6 ft
Height: 1–2 ft

USDA Zones: 3a–8b

Form: Low, spreading, mounded

Light: Full sun

Soil: Well-drained soil; thrives in sandy, rocky, and poor soils

Water: Low; highly drought tolerant once established

Wildlife: Provides shelter for birds; deer resistant

Features & Landscape Uses: Excellent for rock gardens, slopes, borders, and evergreen massing. Its bright foliage provides bold contrast with blue and green conifers.

Care: Plant in full sun for best color intensity. Avoid heavy, wet soils. Minimal pruning is needed; trim lightly only if shaping is desired.

Plant type

Evergreen Shrub

Height

1-2'

Width

4-6'

Hardiness zones

3–8

Sunlight

Full Sun

Growth rate

Slow

Leaf color

Yellow

Fall color

Yellow

Soil

Average, Sandy, Well Drained

Landscape use

Foundation, Foundation Plant, Groundcover, Mass Planting

Shape

Low Spreading, Mounded

Bark

Exfoliating

Deer resistant

Yes

Salt tolerant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No