Like many other juniper species, creeping juniper is a coniferous plant that occurs in the northern hemisphere with scale-like green leaves that change to a purple color in the winter. This species grows horizontally across the ground rather than vertically. While the shrub can grow up to measure 20 feet across, it rarely grows taller than a short 20 inches. It is often found on sandy soils or rock outcrops and is a common plant to find in sand dune habitats. Like the aboveground portion of the plant, creeping juniper’s root system is also widespread yet shallow, capturing water from a relatively large surrounding area. Creeping juniper can also be an important food source for mammals, birds, and even insects.
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