Light Needs
Mature Height
Mature Spread
Growing Zones
Are you searching for an evergreen ground cover for brilliant color all year? Consider Golden Carpet Spreading Juniper, a low-growing evergreen that’s cold hardy in zones 3-8. This shrub quickly spreads to fill a blank space, reaching 6 to 8 feet wide. Also known as Juniperus horizontalis Golden Carpet, this juniper features showy needled foliage, emerging in shades of yellow that deepen to gold in the summer and rosy mauve in the winter. Plant this shrub along banks and in borders and beds.
Native to North America’s northern half, this low-maintenance ornamental grows quickly and vigorously, spreading low to the ground. Highly adaptable, Golden Carpet is not fussy about temperature and tolerates a variety of soils. Also drought tolerant and deer resistant, this low-maintenance shrub should be on every gardener’s list of favorites.
Golden Carpet Spreading Juniper Care
Plant Golden Carpet in full sun in moist, well-drained, acidic to neutral soil. While Golden Carpet Spreading Juniper is not typically finicky about soil types, ensure the soil drains efficiently and quickly. This ornamental plant is susceptible to fungal diseases such as root rot, so good drainage is key. Amend poorly draining soil, especially soil high in clay, with peat moss or compost to prevent problems. Water weekly until the roots are established, and thereafter water only during extended periods of drought. This conifer is not a heavy feeder. Apply organic compost in the fall if needed.
Golden Carpet Spreading Juniper does not require regular pruning. However, it may need light pruning during the early summer to maintain its size.
Golden Carpet Spreading Juniper Spacing
Space each plant 4 to 6 feet apart for best growth. Choose companions such as Russian sage and hostas to plant alongside Golden Carpet Spreading Juniper in rock and cottage gardens.
Golden Carpet Spreading Juniper Information
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 3 - 8 |
| Plant Type: Bushes |
| Light Exposure: Full Sun (At Least 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight) |
| Mature Height: 3 - 6 Inches |
| Mature Spread: 6 - 8 feet |
| Spacing: 6 - 8 feet |
| Habit: Spreading |
| Flower Color(s): None |
| Flower Description: |
| Bloom Period: |
| Foliage Type: Evergreen |
| Foliage Color(s): Green |
| Foliage Description: Golden-yellow to yellow-green |
| Seasonal Interest: 4 Season Interest |
| Watering: Average |
| Resists: Deer |
| Tolerates: Drought |
| Attracts: Hummingbirds |
| Container Role: |
| Uses: Groundcovers, Mass Planting |
| Features: Attracts Pollinators, Foliage Interest, Low Maintenance |
| Brand: |
| Common Name: Golden Carpet Spreading Juniper |
| Other Name(s): |
| Scientific Name: Juniperus horizontalis Golden Carpet |
- SKU:
- 1231007110-pc
Container Sizes
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
Quart Pot
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
2.5 Quart
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
#1 Pot
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
#2 Pot
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
#3 Pot
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
#5 Pot
Also Known As:
#5 Container
5 Gallon
Plant Age:
~3-4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 20" - 60"
Pot Size:
~11" H x 10 1/2” W
Volume:
3.5 - 4 gallons
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Pre-Ordered Plants
Pre-ordered plants are scheduled to ship in Spring 2025. We carefully plan our shipping dates based on your USDA Plant Hardiness Zone to ensure optimal planting conditions upon arrival. Want it sooner/later? Reach out, and we'll try our best to accommodate.
Estimated Spring Shipping Schedule
Estimated ship week for pre-ordered plants will ship based on growing zones as shown below.
| Growing Zone | Estimated Ship Week |
|---|---|
| Zone 10 | March 24th |
| Zone 9 | March 31st |
| Zone 8 | April 7th |
| Zone 7 | April 14th |
| Zone 6b | April 21st |
| Zone 6a | April 28th |
| Zone 5b | May 5th |
| Zone 5a | May 12th |
| Zone 4 | May 19th |
| Zone 3 | May 26th |
Note: These are only estimated ship dates. Plants may ship out later depending on weather & growing conditions of the plant.
Note: Only plants indicated as pre-order will ship as shown above. All other plants and hard goods will ship as normal.
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