Juniperus Virginiana 'Reptans'

Juniper Reptans

Juniperus virginiana ‘Reptans’ — a low, spreading evergreen shrub with a prostrate, ground-hugging form, valued for its fine-textured green foliage and ability to cover large areas. The soft needle-like sprays form a dense mat that spreads over time, making it ideal for slopes and erosion control. Female plants may produce small blue berry-like cones that add seasonal interest and support wildlife.

Type: Evergreen shrub

Mature Size: Width: 8–12 ft | Height: 1–2 ft
USDA Zones: 3a–9b
Form: Prostrate, spreading
Light: Full sun
Soil / Water: Adaptable to most soils; prefers well-drained conditions; drought tolerant once established
Wildlife: Birds (berries), deer resistant

Features & Landscape Uses:


Low spreading habit makes excellent groundcover 🌿
Ideal for slopes, banks, and erosion control
Tough and adaptable to poor soils
Provides year-round evergreen coverage

Care:
Very low maintenance. Plant in full sun with good drainage. Water during establishment, then minimal care is needed. Avoid overly wet soils and prune only if shaping is required.

Plant type

Evergreen Shrub

Height

1-2'

Width

8-12'

Hardiness zones

4–8

Sunlight

Full Sun

Growth rate

Slow

Leaf color

Green

Fall color

Green

Soil

Average, Highly Adaptable, Sandy, Well Drained

Landscape use

Erosion control mass planting, Erosion control slopes, Mass Planting

Shape

Spreading

Deer resistant

Yes

Drought tolerant

Yes