Juniperus chinensis Parsoni, commonly known as Parsoni Juniper, is a low-growing, spreading evergreen shrub with finely textured, silvery-blue foliage that provides year-round interest. It typically grows 2 to 3 feet tall and spreads 4 to 6 feet wide, forming a dense, mounded shape that’s ideal for groundcover, erosion control, and mass plantings. Highly tolerant of heat, drought, poor soil, and salt, Juniperus chinensis Parsoni is a durable and attractive option for tough landscape conditions and sunny exposures.

Why choose Juniperus chinensis Parsoni

Cool-toned evergreen color: Silvery-blue foliage stands out in all seasons

Low and wide form: Great for slopes, borders, and groundcover

Tough performer: Withstands drought, deer, salt, and urban conditions

Cultivating tips

Sun exposure: Full sun

Soil needs: Well-drained soils; tolerates sand, clay, and rocky conditions

Maintenance: Very low—requires little to no pruning once established

Designs for your garden

Slopes and embankments: Ideal for erosion control

Mass plantings: Fills space with soft texture and year-round coverage

Foundation borders: Adds evergreen structure with a spreading habit

Ecological benefits

Wildlife cover: Provides habitat for birds and small animals

Erosion prevention: Spreading roots stabilize soil

Low water use: Thrives with minimal irrigation

Similar native alternatives

Looking for a native option? Here are three native plants that offer similar seasonal interest and landscape value:

Picea pungens Globosa – Spruce

Juniperus virginiana Grey Owl – Grey Owl Juniper

Carex muskingumensis – Palm Sedge