Juniperus Rockery Gem

Juniper Rocker Gem

Juniperus horizontalis ‘Rocker Gem’ — commonly called Rocker Gem creeping juniper — is a low-growing evergreen shrub valued for its dense, spreading habit and fine-textured blue-green foliage that often develops purplish tones in winter. Its trailing branches form a broad, ground-hugging mat, providing durable year-round coverage and 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, rock gardens, and large-scale plantings. Its wide spread makes it ideal for low-maintenance coverage.

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

Soil

Average, Sandy, Well Drained

Landscape use

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

Shape

Low Spreading, Prostrate

Drought tolerant

No