Juniperus conferta
Juniperus conferta (shore juniper) is a species of juniper, native to Japan, where it grows on sand dunes. It is often treated as a variety or subspecies of "Juniperus rigida". Description. It forms a cover with a fresh green color reminiscent of lawn. The foliage is prickly, typical of many junipers. The plant can tolerate acidic and alkaline soils but requires good drainage. Etymology. Conferta is derived from Latin. "Con" meaning together and "ferta" meaning strong. Uses. It is also often grown as bonsai.