Wichita Blue Juniper 10g
Juniperus scopulorum 'Wichita Blue'
This upright, pyramidal evergreen grows into a tall, conical shrub, featuring soft-textured, striking blue foliage throughout the season, along with vibrant blue berries. It is an excellent choice for challenging landscape conditions and makes an effective evergreen hedge.
Light: This plant should only be grown in full sunlight.
Water: It is highly adaptable to both dry and moist conditions, but cannot tolerate standing water. Known for its drought tolerance, it is an excellent choice for xeriscaping or moisture-conserving landscapes.
Hardiness Zone: Zone 3.
Height: 5.49 m (18 feet)
Spread: 1.83 m (6 feet)
Ornamental Features: Wichita Blue Juniper is a dwarf conifer appreciated in landscaping for its uniquely pyramidal growth habit. It features attractive silvery-blue evergreen foliage, with scale-like sprays that remain ornamental and maintain their silvery-blue hue throughout the winter. The tree produces silvery-blue berries from late spring to late winter.
Growing Tips: This plant requires minimal maintenance and is best pruned in late winter after the risk of extreme cold has passed. Deer tend to avoid this plant, preferring tastier alternatives.