Pancake Juniper
Juniperus horizontalis 'Pancake'
Planted ?
As the name suggests, the Pancake Juniper lays flat on the ground, reaching only 3 to 6 inches in height. It is drought tolerant and deer resistant. Its foliage is blue-green in the Summer and has purple undertones in the Winter.
| Height | Width | Zone | Growth Rate | Water Use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3" - 6" | 4-8 ft. | 3-9 | Slow-Medium | Low |
Leaf
Scale-like, blue-green
in the Summer,
purple undertones in
the Winter.
Fruit
Berry-like cones-
infrequently
produced, fleshy blue-
green, semi-globose.
Flower
Cones.
Advantages
Adapts well to Utah
conditions such as dry
soil, rocky soil,
drought, air pollution,
and is deer resistant.
Disadvantages
Intolerant of wet soils.