cupressaceae juniperus
If you're searching for cupressaceae juniperus, you've discovered one of the most fascinating and versatile plant groups in the world of gardening and landscaping. The Cupressaceae family includes the well-known juniper genus, Juniperus, which offers a diverse selection of evergreen shrubs and trees valued for their decorative foliage, hardy nature, and low-maintenance appeal. Whether you're adding structure to your borders, planting a groundcover, or seeking year-round colour, cupressaceae juniperus provides options tailored to almost every New Zealand garden style. From striking conifers to spreading groundcovers, this guide is your expert companion to selecting and growing junipers that will thrive locally.
Juniperus conferta
Juniperus conferta, commonly known as the Shore Juniper plant, is an impressive, ground hugging conifer which is often used as a groundcover. It features fine, green-grey foliage held on slender, sprawling stems. It typically grows to 40 cm tall and 2 m wide as a somewhat dense mat. Juniperus conferta is commonly used as a groundcover, allowed to spill over the side of a wall or across steps, or planted around the base of larger trees.
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Juniperus procumbens Nana (Japanese Dwarf Juniper)
Juniperus procumbens 'Nana', commonly known as the Prostrate Juniper, is a ground-hugging conifer that forms a carpet of blue-green, needle-like leaves. The foliage is held densely on prostrate branches as it grows to 30 cm in height and 1.5 m in width. Juniperus procumbens 'Nana' is commonly used as an attractive groundcover, included in rock gardens, grown around the base of large trees, used in borders, mass planted on a bank, or generally included where a hardy, ground-covering plant is required.
