Juniper 'Little Joanna' 3L

Creeping juniper 'Little Joanna' – the perfect ground cover for any garden

Creeping juniper 'Little Joanna' (Juniperus horizontalis 'Little Joanna') is a compact juniper variety with short stature and dense foliage. Thanks to its attractive, blue-green needles and low maintenance requirements, it is an excellent choice for both small and large gardens.

Characteristics of the creeping juniper 'Little Joanna'

Appearance and habit

• Height: It grows up to 10-15 cm, which makes it an extremely low shrub.
• Width: Grows up to 1 meter wide.
• Habit: Forms wide, dense carpets, ideal for covering large areas.
• Needle colour: Blue-green all year round, intensely coloured in full sun.

Cultivation requirements of juniper 'Little Joanna'

Position

• It grows best in sunny positions, where the needles take on the most intense colors.
• It can tolerate a slight penumbra, but the color of the needles may be less pronounced.

Soil

• It prefers well-drained, sandy loam soils.
• Heavy and waterlogged soils should be avoided.

Immunity

• It is fully frost resistant and tolerates Polish climatic conditions well.
• Resistant to drought and air pollution, which makes it suitable for urban plantings.

Creeping juniper 'Little Joanna' care

• Planting: It is recommended to plant in spring or autumn, providing adequate space for growth.
• Watering: Regular during periods of drought, especially in the first year after planting.
• Fertilizing: You can apply fertilizers to conifers in the spring to promote healthy growth.
• Pruning: It is not necessary, but it can be done to maintain a compact habit.
• Propagation: Possible by stem cuttings in summer or by layering.

Application of juniper 'Little Joanna'

• Ground cover: Ideal for covering larger areas, stabilizing the soil on slopes and slopes.
• Rockeries and retaining walls: Fits perfectly in rock gardens and on walls.
• Plant compositions: It looks great in combination with other conifers, perennials and plants with contrasting colors.
• Urban plantings: Thanks to its resistance to pollution, it is perfect for public spaces.

Specification

• Flower pot: 3 liters
• Age: 2 years old
• Frost resistance: Yes