Blue Star Juniper
Best distinctive texture for various garden settings.
This dwarf evergreen offers a unique, sparkling blue foliage that stands out in any landscape. It's exceptionally low-maintenance, drought-tolerant, and deer-resistant, making it an easy-care choice for adding year-round color and texture. Perfect for groundcover, foundation plantings, or containers, it brings a touch of celestial beauty with minimal effort.
$33.59
at
Nature Hills Nursery
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking unique, consistent color and texture in their landscape.
- Eco-conscious homeowners desiring water-wise, low-maintenance garden solutions.
- Landscape designers needing adaptable, attractive evergreen options for various settings.
Who should skip it
- Impatient gardeners wanting immediate, rapid growth and quick landscape changes.
- Individuals with poorly draining or consistently waterlogged garden soil.
- Gardeners in humid climates or those prone to overwatering their plants.
Key Specs
Botanical Name
Juniperus squamata 'Blue Star'
Mature Height
2-3 ft
Mature Width
3-4 ft
Sunlight
Full sun, Partial shade
Growth Rate
Moderate to Slow
Bloom Period
Late Spring
Flower Color
Green
Foliage Color
Blue, Green, Silver-Blue
USDA Hardiness Zones
4 – 8
Plant Form
Mounding
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