- USDA Hardiness Zones 4-9
- Height 2-4 Feet Tall
- Spread 3-5 Feet Wide
- Light Requirement is Full Sun
This low-growing juniper is irresistible. The green-blue foliage is soft and will add texture to anywhere it is planted. The Montana Moss Juniper is a versatile juniper that will provide excellent ground cover and will blend nicely with anything. It resists deer while loving the sun. This juniper is an evergreen juniper and is beautiful all year long.
The Montana Moss Juniper has a uniquely textured blue-green foliage that is soft to the touch. This juniper is grown for its foliage and versatile use. It has a height of twenty-four to forty-eight inches high and a spread of thirty-six to sixty inches. Its common uses are for ground cover, edging, for border planting, in landscapes, and it does well with mass planting.
Montana Moss Juniper Care
The Montana Moss Juniper is easy to care for and maintain. This juniper loves dry sunny conditions. It should be planted in full sun with soil that is well drained. It has low water needs. Prune Montana Moss juniper carefully, as needed to control spread.
Montana Moss Juniper Spacing
To ensure the health of the Montana Moss Juniper, spacing should be at least 30-36 inches, center on center.
Montana Moss Juniper Plant Facts
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 4-9 |
| Flower Color(s): n/a |
| Bloom Period: Grown for Foliage |
| Foliage Color(s): Green |
| Light Exposure: Full Sun |
| Height Class: Short |
| Height: 2-4 Feet |
| Spread: 3-5 Feet |
| Spacing: 3-5 Feet |
| Habit: Spreading |
| Blooms On: n/a |
| Watering: Low |
| Shrub Type: Evergreen |
| Scientific Name: Montana Moss Juniperus chinensis 'SMNJCHM' USPPAF |
| Common Name: Montana Moss Juniper |
| Other Name(s): Chinese juniper |
| Brand: Proven Winners ColorChoice® |
| Drought Tolerant: No |
| Features: Winter Interest |
- SKU:
- JUNMM
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.
4.5" Pot
Also Know As:
4.5" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
Volume:
1.42 quarts
Quart Pot
Also Know As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 1 year old
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
2.5 Quart
Also Know As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 year old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
#1 Pot
Also Know As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 year old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
#2 Pot
Also Know As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2-3 year old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
#3 Pot
Also Know As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 3-4 year old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
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