Juniperus conferta 'Blue Lagoon' ~ Blue Lagoon Shore Juniper 3-5ft-height The rigid sturdy stalks that

The rigid sturdy stalks that grow from the center of the plant are topped by beardless plum purple flowers with ruffled falls that have a gold and white blaze from late spring into summer

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Pest issues include aphids

Lonicera nitida aurea after pruning

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Juniperus conferta 'Blue Lagoon' ~ Blue Lagoon Shore Juniper 3-5ft-height The rigid sturdy stalks thatBlue Lagoon Shore Juniper is a low spreading coniferous shrub that makes a good ground cover. The dense aromatic blue green needle like foliage becomes more intense with plum hues as the weather cools. Best planted in full sun and well drained soils. Drought Tolerant once established. Blue Lagoon is a male cultivar. Type: Shrub Origins: Coastal Japan and Sakhalin Island Height: 1' 1. 5' Spread: 6' 8' Spacing: 7' USDA Hardiness Zone: 4 9 Culture: Full