Youngstown Andorra Juniper: Plum-Tipped Groundcover for Rock Gardens

Youngstown Andorra Juniper (Juniperus horizontalis 'Youngstown')

A handsome, tightly branching groundcover, Youngstown Andorra Juniper forms a dense mat of bright green foliage that turns a striking plum-purple in winter. Versatile for rock gardens, foreground of borders, and cascading over walls. Evergreen. Monrovia selection.

Seasonal Color Change

The foliage is a fresh, bright green through the growing season. In cold weather, it transforms to a rich plum-purple—adding winter interest when most plants are dormant. The habit is low and spreading (under 12 inches tall, 4–7 feet wide), densely branched, and weed-suppressing. Excellent for erosion control.

Growing Requirements

• Light: Full sun.
• Height: 8–12 inches (2 feet or less).
• Spread: 4–7 feet.
• Soil: Well-drained. Tolerates poor, rocky soils.
• Water: Low once established. Drought-tolerant.

Landscape Uses

Ideal for rock gardens, border fronts, cascading over walls, and slope stabilization. The winter plum color is a highlight. Tolerates reflected heat. Deer resistant. More compact than many creeping junipers.

Maintenance

Very low. No pruning needed. Water regularly first year, then minimal. Excellent drainage. Long-lived and tough.

Youngstown Andorra Juniper—bright green groundcover turning plum-purple in winter for rock gardens and seasonal interest.