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Green Sargent Juniper
Green Sargent Juniper
$46.00
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Quantity
15 in stock
Juniperus chinensis 'var. sargentii Viridis'
Choose Green Sargent Juniper when you need a tough evergreen groundcover for sunny slopes, banks, or broad beds. The main tradeoff: it spreads wide, so it needs room and clean edging.
Buy This If
- You need wide ground coverage.
- You want evergreen foliage.
- You have full sun.
Skip This If
- You need a narrow plant.
- The site stays wet.
- You want flowers.
PGNE Report Card
| Category | Grade | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Landscape Impact | B | It gives a clean evergreen carpet, but the look is more practical than showy. |
| Growth Rate | B | It fills in steadily, though it is not the fastest option for instant coverage. |
| Maintenance | A- | Once established, it needs little routine care beyond keeping the edges where you want them. |
| Deer Resistance | A- | Deer usually pass this by, since the foliage deters browsing, though no plant is completely immune where pressure is severe. |
| Small Space Fit | C | It stays low, but its spreading habit can overwhelm tight beds. |
| Screening Value | D | This is a groundcover, not a plant for privacy or vertical screening. |
Our Experience
At PGNE, we'd typically recommend Green Sargent Juniper for sunny areas where turf is hard to maintain and the goal is durable coverage, not flowers or height.
Plant Facts
| Mature Height | 1.5 ft |
|---|---|
| Mature Width | 7 ft |
| Hardiness Zones | 4a-8a |
| Spacing | 5 ft |
| Sun | full sun |
| Moisture | dry to moist |
| Growth Habit | Low, spreading, groundcover |
Customers Usually Ask
Will it control erosion?
It helps hold soil on sunny slopes once rooted, especially when planted in groups.
Does it need pruning?
Not much, but edge trimming may be needed to keep paths and beds clean.
Will it grow in shade?
We would not use it in shade; it needs strong sun to stay dense.
Why Choose Shrubs for a Stronger Landscape?
- Structure & Definition: Shrubs frame homes, define walkways, and create organized planting beds.
- Privacy & Screening: Many varieties grow dense and full, making them ideal for natural hedges and property boundaries.
- Seasonal Color & Texture: From evergreen foliage to flowering varieties, shrubs provide visual interest in every season.
Shrubs Grown to Perform in New England
At Pro Growers of New England, our shrubs are grown and maintained locally to perform in true New England conditions. From flowering varieties to evergreen foundation plants, each shrub is properly spaced, pruned, and cared for to develop strong root systems and balanced structure before it ever reaches your landscape.
Unlike large online sellers that ship plants long distances, we invite you to visit our nursery, walk the rows, and inspect the exact shrubs available. You can see the size, health, and fullness in person — ensuring there are no surprises upon delivery.
Unlike large online sellers that ship plants long distances, we invite you to visit our nursery, walk the rows, and inspect the exact shrubs available. You can see the size, health, and fullness in person — ensuring there are no surprises upon delivery.
Pro Growers of New England, Inc
SKU:PGNE-31093
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