Juniperus Horizontalis 'Prince Of Wales'

Juniper Prince Of Wales

Juniperus horizontalis ‘Prince of Wales’ — commonly called Prince of Wales creeping juniper — is a low-growing evergreen shrub valued for its dense, mat-forming habit and rich blue-green foliage that develops attractive purplish tones in winter. Its trailing branches create a thick, ground-hugging carpet, making it one of the most reliable junipers for large-scale groundcover.

Type: Evergreen shrub

Mature Size:
Width: 6–10 ft
Height: 6–12 in.

USDA Zones: 3a–9b

Form: Very low, prostrate, mat-forming

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, rock gardens, and large areas needing low-maintenance coverage. Its dense growth helps suppress weeds and stabilize soil.

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

6-12"

Width

6-10 '

Hardiness zones

3–9

Sunlight

Full Sun

Growth rate

Moderate

Fall color

Blue Green

Soil

Average, Sandy, Well Drained

Landscape use

Erosion control mass planting, Erosion control slopes, Mass Planting

Shape

Low Spreading, Prostrate

Bark

Exfoliating

Fragrant

Yes

Deer resistant

Yes

Salt tolerant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No