Juniperus Sabina

Juniper Skandia

Juniperus sabina — commonly called savin juniper — is a low-growing evergreen shrub valued for its dense, spreading habit and dark green to blue-green foliage that can develop bronze tones in winter. Its layered, often irregular branching creates a broad ground-hugging form, making it useful for tough sites and large-scale plantings.

Type: Evergreen shrub

Mature Size:
Width: 5–10 ft
Height: 2–4 ft

USDA Zones: 3a–7b

Form: Low, spreading, irregular

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, erosion control, groundcover, and naturalized plantings. Its rugged adaptability makes it useful in difficult landscape conditions.

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

2-4'

Width

5-10'

Hardiness zones

3–7

Sunlight

Full Sun

Growth rate

Slow

Leaf color

SeaGreen

Soil

Average, Sandy, Well Drained

Landscape use

Border, Foundation Plant, Mass Planting

Shape

irregular, Low Spreading

Deer resistant

Yes

Salt tolerant

Yes

Drought tolerant

Yes