Creeping juniper, Juniperus horizontalis, is a low-growing evergreen plant native to North America, found throughout much of Canada and the northern regions of the United States.
Juniper plants are members of the cypress family, or Cupressaceae, commonly referred to as conifers. While the word conifer might conjure up images of large, conical evergreens that soar upwards, this plant family is diverse, with many low-growing species, including creeping juniper, proving to be useful in garden borders with its limited size and spread.
