Juniperus horizontalis Creeping juniper (Cupressaceae) Evergreen shrub

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Juniperus horizontalis
Creeping juniper
Evergreen shrub
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The Juniperus horizontalis plant species is found in Northern N. America - Newfoundland to British Columbia, south to Washington and Maine. It is a member of the Cupressaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Creeping juniper.

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Latin Name:  Juniperus horizontalis
Common Name:  Creeping juniper
Family:  Cupressaceae
Author:  Moench.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  1   Mature Width:  3

Habitat:  Dry rocky soil, sterile pastures and fields[204].

General Uses: A good ground cover plant for a sunny position[208], eventually making a dense cover though it requires weeding for the first year or so[197]. The bark has been crushed and used as a soft hygeinic pad in cradles[257]. It has also been used to make mats[257]. The young twigs and leaves have been burnt as an incense[257].

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