- Full Sun (6+ Hours Direct Sunlight)
- Mature Height 2-4 Feet
- Mature Width 3-5 Feet
- Growing Zone 4-9
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 |
| Mature Height: 2-4 Feet |
| Mature 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.
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 |
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