Juniperus Horizontalis 'livingston'

Juniper Livingston

Juniperus horizontalis ‘Livingston’ — commonly called Livingston creeping juniper — is a low-growing evergreen shrub valued for its dense, spreading habit and soft blue-green to gray-green foliage that often develops purplish tones in winter. Its trailing branches form a broad ground-hugging mat, providing durable year-round coverage and fine texture.

Type: Evergreen shrub

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

USDA Zones: 3a–9b

Form: Low, prostrate, spreading

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 slopes, groundcover, erosion control, and rock gardens. Its wide spread makes it ideal for covering large areas with minimal maintenance.

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

3–9

Sunlight

Full Sun

Growth rate

Fast

Fall color

Blue Green

Soil

Average, Sandy, Well Drained

Landscape use

Foundation, Mass Planting

Shape

Low Spreading, Prostrate

Bark

Exfoliating

Deer resistant

Yes

Salt tolerant

Yes

Drought tolerant

Yes