One of the toughest evergreens out there, 'Tortuga's' emerald green foliage gains a purple hue in fall and winter. Its low-growing form makes for a good ground cover and with good erosion control consider 'Tortuga' for dry slopes.
Deer resistant, very drought resistant, black walnut, salt, heat tolerant. erosion control.
Full sun - part sun. Average-poor soil that is dry, and very-well draining. Zone 2-7.
Little to no pruning is needed; remove select branches to shape or manage growth if necessary.