{"product_id":"juniperus-conferta-shore-juniper","title":"Juniperus conferta 'Shore Juniper'","description":"\u003ch2\u003eA Tough, Low-Growing Conifer for Groundcover \u0026amp; Slopes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eJuniperus conferta, commonly known as Shore Juniper, is a hardy, low-growing conifer that hugs the ground with dense, prickly foliage in a rich blue-green hue. Originally from coastal Japan, this tough little plant thrives in challenging conditions — poor soils, slopes, coastal exposure, and full sun — making it one of the most versatile and reliable groundcovers available. Once established, it spreads steadily to form a weed-suppressing mat that looks great year-round with virtually no maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDense, low-growing habit — excellent groundcover for slopes, banks, and rockeries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttractive blue-green, needle-like foliage with a soft silvery sheen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEvergreen — provides year-round colour and weed suppression\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtremely tough — tolerates poor soils, coastal winds, and dry conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpreads to approximately 1.5–2m wide; grows to around 30–50cm tall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for full sun; thrives in well-drained and sandy soils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrought tolerant once established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eSupplied as a tube stock plant, ready to establish quickly in the ground. Plant in groups for effective groundcover on slopes and banks, or use in rockeries and coastal gardens for a low-maintenance, year-round display.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePackaging \u0026amp; Postage\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe pack up to 70 tube stock plants per standard Australia Post BX5 box. We always stand our tubes upright to minimise soil loss and ensure your plants arrive in the best possible condition. We recommend ordering in multiples of 70 to make the most of your postage costs. For smaller orders, we may pack your plants into a more appropriately sized box to save you on postage costs — we'll always use our best judgement to keep your shipping as affordable as possible.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gloucester Grown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48277903868091,"sku":null,"price":4.75,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0735\/5760\/6587\/files\/juniperusconferta.jpg?v=1787293199","url":"https:\/\/gloucestergrown.com.au\/products\/juniperus-conferta-shore-juniper","provider":"Gloucester Grown","version":"1.0","type":"link"}