Juniperus conferta ‘Blue Pacific’, commonly known as Blue Pacific Juniper, is a low-growing, mat-forming evergreen shrub known for its soft, needle-like, silver-blue foliage and excellent groundcover performance. Growing just 12 to 18 inches tall and spreading 5 to 6 feet wide, this non-native selection is ideal for slopes, coastal gardens, erosion control, and low-maintenance borders. It thrives in full sun and sandy, well-drained soils, and is highly salt-tolerant—making it a favorite for seaside plantings. While rugged and attractive, it offers minimal value to native pollinators and wildlife.

Why choose Blue Pacific Juniper:

• Spreading evergreen: Dense, horizontal growth covers ground with soft blue foliage

• Coastal tough: Tolerates salt spray and sandy soils with ease

• Drought-resistant: Performs well in dry, sunny, low-care gardens

Cultivating tips:

• Sun exposure: Requires full sun for best color and density

• Soil needs: Prefers sandy, well-drained soils; avoid wet or heavy clay

• Maintenance: Virtually no maintenance; prune only to manage spread

Designs for your garden:

• Slopes and banks: Excellent for erosion control and weed suppression

• Coastal landscapes: Ideal for seaside gardens and sandy soils

• Groundcover beds: Complements upright evergreens and flowering perennials

Ecological considerations:

• Non-native species: Offers minimal food or shelter for native birds and insects

• Not a host plant: Does not support native caterpillars or specialist pollinators

• Combine with natives: Use alongside native shrubs and grasses to improve biodiversity

Looking for native alternatives?

Juniperus virginiana – Eastern Red Cedar: A native conifer with wildlife-supporting berries, strong drought tolerance, and upright form.
Ilex glabra ‘Compacta’ – Compact Inkberry: A dense, low-maintenance native evergreen shrub suitable for borders and coastal plantings.
Ilex glabra ‘Shamrock’ – Shamrock Inkberry: A compact, mounding native with glossy green leaves and excellent tolerance for varied soils.