Juniperus Chinensis 'Sea Spray'

Juniper Sea Spray

Juniperus chinensis ‘Sea Spray’ — commonly called Sea Spray juniper — is an evergreen shrub valued for its low spreading habit and distinctive horizontal branching with slightly upturned tips that create a layered, wave-like appearance. Fine blue-green foliage gives it a soft textured look while maintaining dependable year-round color.

Type: Evergreen shrub

Mature Size:
Width: 6–8 ft
Height: 2–3 ft

USDA Zones: 4a–8b

Form: Low, spreading, layered

Light: Full sun

Soil: Well-drained soil; adaptable to sandy, rocky, and average garden soils

Water: Low to medium; drought tolerant once established

Wildlife: Provides shelter for birds; deer resistant

Features & Landscape Uses: Excellent for slopes, foundation plantings, borders, and evergreen massing. Its layered branching gives a distinctive texture in low-maintenance landscapes.

Care: Plant in full sun for best density and foliage color. Avoid wet soils. Minimal pruning is needed; trim lightly in early spring only if shaping is desired.

Plant type

Evergreen Shrub

Height

2-3'

Width

6-8'

Hardiness zones

4–9

Sunlight

Full Sun

Growth rate

Slow

Leaf color

Green

Fall color

Green

Soil

Average, Sandy, Well Drained

Landscape use

Foundation, Hedge, Mass Planting

Shape

Spreading

Deer resistant

Yes

Salt tolerant

Yes

Drought tolerant

Yes