Juniperus Conferta 'Silver Mist'

Juniper Silver Mist

Juniperus conferta ‘Silver Mist’ — commonly called Silver Mist shore juniper — is a low-growing evergreen shrub valued for its dense, spreading habit and soft silvery-blue to gray-green needle foliage. Its trailing branches form a broad ground-hugging mat, giving a lighter, silvery appearance compared to deeper blue or green junipers while providing year-round texture.

Type: Evergreen shrub

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

USDA Zones: 5a–9b

Form: Low, prostrate, spreading

Light: Full sun

Soil: Well-drained soil; thrives in sandy, rocky, and coastal conditions

Water: Low to medium; drought tolerant once established

Wildlife: Provides shelter for birds; deer resistant

Features & Landscape Uses: Excellent for slopes, groundcover, rock gardens, coastal plantings, and erosion control. Its silvery foliage provides contrast with darker evergreens and flowering plants.

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

5–9

Sunlight

Full Sun

Growth rate

Slow

Soil

Average, Sandy, Well Drained

Landscape use

Erosion control mass planting, Erosion control slopes, Foundation, Mass Planting

Shape

Low Spreading

Fragrant

Yes

Deer resistant

Yes

Drought tolerant

Yes