Golden Pacific Shore Juniper
Golden Pacific Shore Juniper (Juniperus conferta 'Golden Pacific')
Golden Pacific Shore Juniper (Juniperus conferta 'Golden Pacific') is a vibrant, low-growing evergreen groundcover known for its spreading habit and glowing golden-yellow foliage. This colorful cultivar offers year-round interest, thriving in full sun and poor soils while adding warm tones and texture to slopes, coastal gardens, and expansive beds.
Distinctive Features
'Golden Pacific' forms a soft, trailing mat that reaches 12 to 18 inches tall and spreads 5 to 6 feet wide. Its needle-like foliage emerges bright yellow in spring and deepens to golden-green in summer, with cooler weather bringing occasional orange-bronze tints. The plant�s dense growth habit suppresses weeds and holds soil, while the vibrant color sets it apart from traditional green groundcovers.
Growing Conditions
- Sun Exposure: Full sun
- Soil: Well-drained soil; performs well in sandy, rocky, or poor soils
- Water: Low once established; prefers occasional deep watering
- USDA Hardiness Zones: 6�9
Ideal Uses
- Focal Point: Golden foliage adds a splash of color to open areas and borders
- Groundcover: Spreads quickly to cover bare soil and suppress weeds
- Slopes and Banks: Excellent for erosion control and stabilizing loose soil
- Coastal Gardens: Naturally tolerant of salt and wind in seaside conditions
- Rock Gardens: Bright, textured foliage complements stones and low-growing perennials
Low Maintenance Care
- Watering: Water regularly during the first season; minimal watering needed after
- Pruning: Light pruning in spring can shape or control spread
- Fertilizing: Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring
- Mulching: Helps retain moisture and prevent weeds
- Pest Resistance: Highly deer resistant and rarely troubled by pests or diseases
Why Choose Golden Pacific Shore Juniper?
- Bright Golden Color: Adds year-round warmth and contrast to landscape designs
- Low Spreading Form: Provides attractive and effective ground-level coverage
- Coastal Toughness: Handles salt spray, wind, and sandy soil with ease
- Low Maintenance: Drought tolerant and easy to manage
- Focal Point: Brilliant golden tones draw the eye in mixed plantings or massed on slopes
Juniperus conferta 'Golden Pacific' delivers bold color, excellent adaptability, and ground-hugging structure, making it a standout option for erosion control and year-round visual interest in sunny, well-drained sites.

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