Monrovia Juniper
Best low maintenance groundcover for adding year round silver blue color.
A standout groundcover that delivers vibrant silver-blue color year-round, shifting to a deep purple in winter. It is an incredibly resilient, low-maintenance choice for filling difficult spaces or controlling erosion.
$19.99
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Who it's for
- Homeowners seeking a low-maintenance focal point with year-round visual interest
- Gardeners in arid climates looking for water-wise ornamental evergreens
- Landscapers needing an attractive solution for erosion control on hillsides
Who should skip it
- Gardeners with wet, poorly draining yards or high water tables
- Families with small children or pets playing near garden borders
- Property owners wanting instant privacy or rapid landscape filling
Performance breakdown
Groundcover density
Creates a thick, impenetrable carpet that effectively suppresses competing weeds.
Seasonal visual interest
Stunning silver-blue tones shift to rich plum-purple during colder months.
Environmental adaptability
Thrives in poor soils and urban heat where other plants struggle.
Maintenance requirements
Establishment is quick, requiring minimal ongoing care once fully rooted.
Erosion control efficacy
Low-growing, spreading habit makes it perfect for stabilizing steep hillsides.
Pest resistance
Reliably deer-resistant, saving you from constant garden protection efforts.
Key Specs
Mature Height
4 inches
Mature Width
96 inches
Mature Height (feet)
0.33 feet
Mature Spread (feet)
8 feet
Light Requirement
Full Sun
Water Requirement
Dry to Average
Growth Rate
Medium
Deer Resistant
Yes
Drought Tolerant
Yes
Evergreen
Yes
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