Juniperus horizontalis 'Gold Strike'

Also Known As

Gold Strike Juniper

Plant type

shrub, conifer, groundcover

size

H: 4"-8"
W: 36"-48"

planting zones

3a-9b

Juniperus horizontalis 'Gold Strike' plant details

Juniperus horizontalis 'Gold Strike' is an evergreen groundcover conifer shrub with chartreuse and gold foliage. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, seaside / salt tolerant, verticillium wilt resistant and wind tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Juniperus horizontalis 'Gold Strike'

Plant type: groundcover conifer shrub
Plant family: cupressaceae
Foliage: evergreen chartreuse and gold
Mature size: 36 IN - 48 IN - wide, 4 IN - 8 IN - tall
Uses: container plant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Juniperus horizontalis 'Gold Strike'

USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat, seaside / salt, verticillium wilt and wind
Soil needs: average, gritty, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Bright yellow-green in spring, vivid yellow in summer before turning shades of coral in fall; give this 1't x 3'w creeper some afternoon shade in hot climates to prevent scorch. S/M-D

By: Forestfarm

Gardening facts about Juniperus horizontalis 'Gold Strike' plant

How to Grow Juniperus horizontalis 'Gold Strike'

Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rocky
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- seaside / salt tolerant
- wind tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant