Juniperus squamata ‘Blue Star’
Overview
Uses: Rock gardens, borders, slopes, containers, foundation plantings, and low evergreen accents.
Benefits: Silvery-blue evergreen foliage with a naturally compact, mounding habit. Slow growth and dense texture provide dependable year-round color and structure.
USDA Hardiness Zones: 4–8
Sun: Full Sun
Life Cycle: Evergreen Shrub
Growth Habit: Mounding, Spreading — dense dome-shaped form with fine needle texture.
Foliage Color: Silvery Blue
Mature Height: 1–2 feet
Mature Width: 2–3 feet
Bloom Season: Insignificant
Growth Rate: Slow
Summary
‘Blue Star’ Juniper offers cool-toned evergreen structure in a compact, low-growing form.
This dwarf selection of Juniperus squamata forms a dense, rounded mound of silvery-blue needles that retain their color throughout the year. Its compact habit makes it especially useful in smaller landscapes where larger evergreens would overwhelm the design.
Ideal for rock gardens, edging, and sunny foundation beds, ‘Blue Star’ provides consistent texture and structure with minimal maintenance. Its restrained growth and durable foliage make it a dependable evergreen accent in a wide range of climates.
Care
Blue Star Juniper Care
Plant in full sun in well-drained soil. Junipers perform best in sites that do not remain wet for extended periods.
Water regularly during the first growing season to establish roots. Once established, provide supplemental watering only during extended dry periods.
Apply a balanced slow release fertilizer in early spring if desired.
Pruning is rarely necessary. If shaping is required, lightly trim in late spring after new growth emerges.
Size
What Size is the Blue Star Juniper for Sale Online?
Plants ship in greenhouse-grade grow pots and are appropriately sized for their containers. For current pot sizes and availability, please contact us.
How Large Does Blue Star Juniper Grow?
At maturity, expect a dense evergreen shrub reaching approximately 1–2 feet tall and 2–3 feet wide under average garden conditions.
Additional Information
What is the botanical name of Blue Star Juniper?
The botanical name is Juniperus squamata ‘Blue Star’.
Is Blue Star Juniper suitable for slopes or groundcover use?
Yes. Its low, spreading habit makes it effective for stabilizing sunny slopes and filling open areas. Browse similar options in our Groundcovers collection.
Is Blue Star Juniper evergreen?
Yes. It retains its silvery-blue foliage year-round, providing consistent structure and color.
How fast does Blue Star Juniper grow?
Growth is slow, making it well-suited for small gardens and long-term landscape planning.
Is Blue Star Juniper deer resistant?
Junipers are generally avoided by deer and perform well in areas with browsing pressure. Explore additional options in our Deer-Resistant Shrubs and Evergreens collection.
