JUNIPERUS SQUAMATA BLUE STAR / BLUE STAR JUNIPER

JUNIPERUS SQUAMATA BLUE STAR / BLUE STAR JUNIPER

A Compact, Star-Shaped Conifer with Stunning Blue Foliage
Juniperus squamata 'Blue Star,' commonly known as Blue Star Juniper, is a dwarf conifer with a unique star-like form and striking silvery-blue foliage. Its compact, rounded shape makes it an excellent choice for smaller gardens, borders, or rock gardens. The soft, scale-like needles retain their color year-round, adding vibrant texture and contrast to any landscape.

Why Choose Blue Star Juniper?

Comparison: Unlike traditional, taller junipers, 'Blue Star' is a low-growing variety with a rounded, dense form. It offers the same beautiful blue foliage found in other junipers but in a compact size, making it ideal for smaller spaces or as a ground cover. Its distinctive shape and color make it stand out in both garden beds and containers.

Companions: Pairs well with other low-growing conifers such as 'Emerald Carpet' Juniper or smaller shrubs like dwarf hydrangeas or ornamental grasses. It can also serve as a colorful contrast to flowering perennials or larger evergreen trees.

Key Features:

• Compact & Rounded Form: Its low, bushy growth habit makes it ideal for small gardens, borders, or as ground cover.
• Silvery-Blue Foliage: The unique, silvery-blue needles offer a striking, year-round color that adds visual interest and contrast to garden designs.
• Low Maintenance: Blue Star Juniper is easy to care for, requiring minimal pruning and low water needs once established.
• Cold Hardy: Thrives in USDA zones 4–8, adapting well to a variety of climates, from colder regions to temperate zones.
• Drought Tolerant: Once established, it’s highly drought-tolerant, making it a great choice for low-water landscapes.

Specifications:

• Mature Height: 0.6–1 m tall
• Mature Width: 1.2–1.5 m wide
• Growth Rate: Slow (5–10 cm per year)
• Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade
• Hardiness: Zone 4–8

Blue Star Juniper is an excellent choice for gardeners looking to add color, texture, and form to smaller spaces. With its compact size, star-shaped growth, and vibrant blue foliage, it’s a perfect addition to rock gardens, container plantings, or low-maintenance landscapes.