Bar Harbor Juniper Shrub, Compact Evergreen

Bar harbor Juniper Shrub, Ground Cover Evergreen Shrub

The Bar Harbor Juniper (Juniperus horizontalis 'Bar Harbor') is a compact, evergreen shrub known for its low-growing, spreading habit. It's a cultivar of the creeping juniper, popular for its hardy nature and attractive appearance in gardens, landscapes, and ground covers.

Key Features:

• Growth Habit: It has a low, spreading form, often used as a ground cover or in rock gardens.
• Size: Typically reaches about 1–2 feet in height, with a spread of 4–6 feet.
• Foliage: The foliage is dense, featuring blue-green to silvery-blue needle-like leaves that turn purplish in the winter, giving it year-round appeal.
• Sun Exposure: Prefers full sun, but can tolerate some partial shade.
• Soil: Thrives in well-drained, sandy, or rocky soil. It's relatively drought-tolerant once established.
• Hardiness: Hardy in USDA zones 3–9, making it suitable for a wide range of climates.

It’s great for erosion control, landscaping for slopes, or as a low-maintenance accent plant. Round covers are a popular choice for many gardeners and landscapers due to their low, spreading form and versatility. These plants, also known as creeping junipers, and are commonly used as ground cover or in rock gardens.