Scientific name: Juniperus squamata ‘Blue Star’
Family: CUPRESSACEAE
Common names: “Blue star juniper” “flaky juniper”
Plant Type: Evergreen conifer shrub
Conditions:
Zone: 5-8
Light: Full sun – minor shade
Exposure: Exposed or sheltered
Soil: Sandy – average, not fussy
Moisture: Well drained – average – handles drought
Aesthetic:
Plant Size: H 20″ W 36″
Leaf and Stem shape: Bright blue grey sharply pointed awl-shaped leaves
Flower: Small globose fruits
Pruning: Little – no pruning required, can be sheared to shape but don’t cut into old wood, always leave at least 1″ of greenery
Maintenance: Low
Landscape use: Rock garden, city courtyard, informal planting
Propagate: By cuttings
Pests & Disease: Affected by phytopthora root rot in too much moisture
Comments: ~AGM winner, foliage may cause skin irritation, bluer colour in winter
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