Juniperus davurica, commonly known as Savin Juniper, is an evergreen shrub native to rocky slopes and alpine regions in Siberia, Mongolia, northern China, and Korea. It typically grows to a height of 2-3 feet (0.6-0.9 meters) and a width of 4-5 feet (1.2-1.5 meters), forming a dense, spreading habit that makes it useful as ground cover. The plant features scale-like blue-green foliage and produces small, inconspicuous flowers followed by berry-like cones that may attract birds. Savin Juniper is valued for its hardiness and ability to thrive in poor soils, making it a popular choice for rock gardens, slopes, and erosion control.

In cultivation, Savin Juniper is appreciated for its low maintenance requirements and adaptability to a range of conditions. It prefers full sun but can tolerate partial shade and is drought-tolerant once established, requiring low to medium amounts of water. It is best suited to well-drained soils and can handle a variety of soil types, including rocky or sandy substrates. While generally disease-resistant, it can be susceptible to juniper blight and should be monitored for signs of infection. Its slow growth rate and resistance to urban pollution also make it suitable for urban plantings and as a low hedge in residential landscapes.CC BY-SA 4.0