Blue Rug Juniper
Your Plants are Guaranteed
Your Plants are Guaranteed
Your plants are guaranteed to arrive happy & healthy with our 1 Year Limited Warranty. Your order will arrive healthy and stay healthy while they adapt to your climate. If not, just call us at (704) 443-8256.
Free Shipping on All Orders
Free Shipping on All Orders
Free shipping on all orders. Your plants will ship out the next business day... expertly packed so that your plants will arrive happy and healthy!
How We Ship Your Plants
Ordering live plants online should feel exciting, not stressful! We only ship healthy, well-rooted trees and plants!
Beware- not all plant nurseries are the same! Others can cut corners to save money:
- We never ship bareroot plants
- We never cut roots to fit into a small box
- We always ship plants with healthy, developed roots so they establish faster at your home
- We focus on plant health first- not minimizing shipping costs
A strong root system is the foundation for long-term success, and we believe your plant should arrive ready to thrive- not struggling to recover from shortcuts.
How we Select Your Plants
Once you place your order, our nursery team selects your plant and inspects it to make sure it meets our quality standards. Every plant we ship is chosen for:
- Strong health and vibrant foliage
- A well-developed root system
- Correct sizing based on your order
We take pride in sending plants that are ready to succeed when they arrive at your home. We try our best to exceed your expectations!
Once your plants are selected, we give them a drink of water before their journey. Then, we wrap each plant's roots up in a plastic bag, so that they do not dry out during shipping.
Carefully Packed & Protected
Live plants can’t be packed like ordinary boxes, so we do it differently.
Your plant is carefully secured inside a strong shipping box to protect it while traveling. Packaging may include:
- Support materials for stability
- Protection around the pot and roots
- Reinforced boxing for added protection
For larger trees, we use oversize boxes designed to safely accommodate the size and structure of your plant during shipping.
Sometimes, you will receive multiple plants inside a box. This is helpful because it can evenly distribute the weight throughout the box, which helps keeps the plants safe and secure throughout delivery.
Fast & Reliable with FedEx
Most Nationwide Plants orders ship with FedEx. Over the years, we’ve found FedEx to be the best carrier for live plants, especially larger items, because:
- They deliver quickest across the country
- They are the most gentle with live plants
- Faster transit means less plant stress
Once your order ships, we will email you tracking information so you can follow your delivery from our nursery to your doorstep.
We ship Monday through Friday. Most orders ship the next business day, unless you request a custom shipping date.
Multiple Nursery Locations
We ship from multiple locations across the country, including both the East Coast and West Coast. This allows us to:
- Deliver faster in more regions
- Reduce time in transit for your plants
- Ship large items more efficiently
How We Measure Your Trees
We measure tree height from the soil line, not including the pot.
That means when you order a 5-6 ft. tree, you’re getting a tree that is 5-6 ft. tall above the soil, not “including the container.” This gives you a good idea of what to expect when your trees arrive, and what they will look like when they are in the ground.
After Your Plants Arrive
It’s completely normal for a plant to look slightly different after shipping. Your plant has been traveling in a box, so you may notice:
- Minor leaf drop
- Soil that shifted slightly in the pot
- Temporary drooping from being in a darker environment
In most cases, your plant perks up quickly once it’s unboxed, watered (if needed), and placed in the proper environment.
Unboxing Your Plants
When your plants arrive, we recommend:
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Open carefully (avoid cutting into foliage)
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Remove all packing materials
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Check soil moisture (If the soil feels dry, give it a thorough watering)
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Let the plant recover (Give it a little fresh air after shipping)
If you ever have questions or concerns, we’re happy to help!
Our 30-Day Plant Promise
We stand behind every order we ship with our 30-Day Plant Promise.
If your plant dies within 30 days of delivery, we will replace it or refund it. We’ve found that if there are ever issues, they typically show up in the first 30 days- so this guarantee gives our customers real peace of mind.
If anything doesn’t look right, contact us and we’ll help you troubleshoot quickly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you ship bare-root plants?
No. We ship in soil with an established root system for the best success after delivery.
How fast will my order ship?
Most orders ship the next business day, unless you request a custom ship date.
Will my plant survive shipping?
Yes. Plants are resilient when packed correctly and shipped quickly. Our process is designed to protect your plant throughout transit.
What if my plant arrives droopy?
This is usually temporary from being in a dark box. Unbox promptly, check moisture, and allow time to adjust. If you’re concerned, reach out—we’re here to help.
Want Bigger Plants?
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The Blue Rug Juniper thrives in Zones 3-9 
If you live in the green area above, we recommend the Blue Rug Juniper. |
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| Your Growing Zone | ||
| Recommended Zones | 3-9 | |
| Mature Height | 6 inches | |
| Mature Width | 4-6 ft. | |
| Cannot Ship To | CA | |
| Sunlight | Full to Partial Sun | |
| Botanical Name | Juniperus horizontalis 'Wiltonii' | |
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The Blue Rug Juniper thrives in Zones 3-9
If you live in the green area above, we recommend the Blue Rug Juniper. |
|
| Your Growing Zone | |
| Recommended Zones | 3-9 |
| Mature Height | 6 inches |
| Mature Width | 4-6 ft. |
| Cannot Ship To | CA |
| Sunlight | Full to Partial Sun |
| Botanical Name | Juniperus horizontalis 'Wiltonii' |
Description
Description
Blue Rug Juniper: Silver-Blue Evergreen Groundcover for Slopes and Rock Gardens
Add cool, year-round color to your landscape with Blue Rug Juniper. This low-growing evergreen spreads across the ground to form a dense carpet of silver-blue foliage that stays attractive through every season.
Blue Rug Juniper is a great choice for slopes, retaining walls, rock gardens, driveway edges, and other areas where you want dependable groundcover with very little maintenance. It also grows well in large outdoor containers, where its trailing branches can spill over the sides for a soft, flowing look.
Why You'll Love Blue Rug Juniper
Silver-Blue Evergreen Color: Bright blue foliage gives your landscape color in spring, summer, fall, and winter.
Low, Spreading Growth: Blue Rug Juniper stays close to the ground and spreads outward to cover open soil.
Great for Slopes: Its spreading branches help cover bare ground and can help with erosion control.
Beautiful Cascading Habit: Let the branches trail over retaining walls, curbs, rocks, and large containers.
Tough in Poor Soil: Blue Rug Juniper performs well in rocky, sandy, and lower-quality soils as long as drainage is good.
Drought Tolerant Once Established: After the roots are settled in, this hardy evergreen can handle dry weather with less watering.
Deer Resistant: Deer usually leave this tough juniper alone.
Year-Round Silver-Blue Foliage
The standout feature of Blue Rug Juniper is its bright silver-blue foliage. The cool color stays on the plant throughout the year, helping your landscape look full even during winter.
Its blue color also looks great next to green shrubs, purple foliage, ornamental grasses, stone, gravel, and flowering plants.
A Low-Growing Evergreen That Covers Open Ground
Blue Rug Juniper grows low and wide instead of growing tall. Its creeping branches spread across the soil to create a thick layer of evergreen growth.
This makes it a smart choice for areas where grass is hard to grow or where you want less mowing and more year-round color.
Where to Plant Blue Rug Juniper
Slopes and Hillsides: Use it to cover sunny banks and help reduce exposed soil.
Retaining Walls: Plant it near the top of a wall and let the branches trail over the edge.
Rock Gardens: Its silver-blue foliage looks especially attractive around rocks, boulders, and gravel.
Driveway Edges: Use it along sunny driveways or curbs for low-growing evergreen color.
Mass Plantings: Plant several together to create a broad carpet of blue-green foliage.
Large Containers: Grow Blue Rug Juniper in an outdoor planter and let its branches spill naturally over the sides.
Blue Rug Juniper Sun and Soil Needs
Sunlight: Plant Blue Rug Juniper in full sun for the best growth, dense coverage, and strongest blue color.
Soil: This juniper grows well in sandy, rocky, and poor soils, but good drainage is very important. Avoid places where water stays around the roots.
Watering: Water regularly while the plant is becoming established. Once the roots are settled in, Blue Rug Juniper becomes much more drought tolerant.
Great for Slopes and Erosion Control
The wide, spreading growth of Blue Rug Juniper helps cover bare soil on slopes and banks. This can help reduce soil movement during heavy rain and gives difficult hillsides a more finished look.
Its low growth also makes it a useful choice for places that are hard or unsafe to mow.
Tough Enough for Heat, Cold, Snow, and Frost
Blue Rug Juniper is built for challenging landscapes. Once established, it can handle hot, dry weather as well as snow, frost, and cold winters.
It also performs well in rocky areas and high-desert landscapes where many softer plants may struggle.
Beautiful Around Rocks, Walls, and Boulders
The twisted, trailing branches of Blue Rug Juniper add extra texture around stone and hardscape. Let the stems weave around boulders or flow over walls for a more natural look.
Its low form helps soften hard edges while adding dependable evergreen color.
Easy Care With Very Little Maintenance
Blue Rug Juniper naturally grows into a low, spreading shape, so regular pruning is usually not needed. Give it plenty of sun, well-drained soil, and steady water while it becomes established.
After that, it can provide years of dependable color and coverage with very little attention.
Easy Evergreen Coverage for Tough Landscape Spaces
If you need a durable groundcover with silver-blue foliage, drought tolerance, deer resistance, and easy-care growth, Blue Rug Juniper is an excellent choice.
Plant Blue Rug Juniper for year-round blue color, beautiful trailing growth, and dependable ground coverage in even the toughest parts of your landscape.