Shrub
Juniper
Juniperus
Monrovia® varieties
Varieties We Carry
ParsoniiJuniperusBlue PacificJuniperus confertaSea GreenJuniperus × pfitzeriana
Sizes & Pricing
3 galFrom$14.95
5 galFrom$99.95
7 galFrom$44.95
15 galFrom$135.00
MonroviaFrom$249.95
Fresh this week. Last restocked Jun 25.
LightFull Sun
WaterLow
Mature size1-25 feet × 3-8 feet (varies by species and cultivar)
About Juniper
Shore juniper (Juniperus conferta) is a low, spreading evergreen conifer native to the coastal sands of Japan, with prickly, silvery-green needles and a ground-hugging habit that rarely exceeds 18 inches in height. It is widely used as a drought-tolerant, salt-resistant ground cover and bank stabilizer. Starting at $14.95.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Non-flowering
- Flower Color
- Non-flowering
- Growth Rate
- Slow to moderate
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Soil
- Sandy, Loam, Clay, Well-drained
Best planting months
Recommended forZone 9b · St. Augustine, FL
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Seasonal care
Good planting window.
Handles summer heat well once established.
Ideal planting window.
Retains foliage through winter.
Care essentials
Light
Requires full sun for best growth and dense foliage; junipers decline in shade. In NE Florida, choose full-sun sites with excellent air circulation to reduce fungal disease pressure in the humid climate.
Water
Highly drought tolerant once established; deep watering during establishment is key. Excellent drainage is essential — junipers will not tolerate standing water or consistently wet soils. Avoid overhead irrigation to prevent fungal issues.
Soil & Fertilizer
Adaptable to sandy, loam, or clay soils as long as drainage is excellent. Fertilize lightly with a balanced slow-release fertilizer in spring if growth is sluggish; established junipers in Florida's sandy soils generally need minimal fertilization.
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Common questions
Is Juniper a good plant for St. Augustine?
Juniper is a shrub for Zone 9b coastal Florida gardens, with high salt tolerance, reaching 1-25 feet × 3-8 feet (varies by species and cultivar).
Care information verified from
Last reviewed February 2026. Our care guidance comes from trusted horticulture sources and decades of helping St. Augustine gardeners. Conditions here can vary dramatically from one area to the next, so come ask us and we'll tailor it to your yard.