Icee Blue™ Creeping Juniper

Groundcover evergreen

Botanical Name- Juniperus horizontalis 'Monber'

Pronunciation- joo-NIP-er-us hor-ih-zon-TAY-lis

Foliage- Evergreen

Mature Width- 8 ft

Mature Height-

Sun Exposure- Full Sun

Soil Preferences- Tolerant of most soils, especially dry ones

Current Size- #2

Bloom Color-

Bloom Time-

Companion Plants- Penstemon digitalis 'Husker Red' (ground-hugging vs upright maroon stems)

Fauna Attracted- Berry-like cones eaten by cedar waxwings, thrushes; shelter for beneficial insects

Plant Habit- Shrub

Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin - C27

Yearly Care Instructions- Remove dead or crowded branches anytime; prefers well-drained soil and minimal fertilizing.

Trimming Instructions- Prune in late winter or early spring to shape. Avoid cutting into old wood.

Fertilization Instructions- Use a conifer-type, slow-release fertilizer (e.g., 4-8-8) in spring; low to moderate feeding need. Good drainage in clay is essential to prevent root rot.

Fertilizer Recommendation- Evergreen-tone

Possible Issues- Cedar-apple rust, scale insects