Blue Star Juniper

Blue Star Juniper (Juniperus squamata 'Blue Star')

Blue Star Juniper (Juniperus squamata 'Blue Star') is a compact, slow-growing evergreen shrub known for its dense, rounded form and intensely silvery-blue foliage. This dwarf conifer adds brilliant color and fine texture to small gardens, borders, and containers, offering year-round interest with minimal maintenance.

Distinctive Features

'Blue Star' grows in a low, mounding shape, typically reaching 1 to 3 feet tall and 3 to 4 feet wide over time. Its short, needle-like foliage is tightly packed along the branches, creating a starburst appearance that gives the plant its name. The vivid blue tones remain strong throughout the seasons, adding contrast and color to mixed plantings or evergreen groupings.

Growing Conditions

• Sun Exposure: Full sun
• Soil: Well-drained soil; tolerant of sandy or rocky soils
• Water: Low; drought tolerant once established
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 4�8

Ideal Uses

• Focal Point: Intense blue foliage and tidy form make it perfect for small-space highlights
• Rock Gardens: Adds bold color and soft texture among stones
• Foundation Planting: Provides evergreen structure at ground level
• Borders and Edges: Neat habit works well along paths and bed edges
• Containers: A standout dwarf conifer for patio pots and planters

Low Maintenance Care

• Watering: Water regularly during establishment; very little water needed afterward
• Pruning: Not required; naturally holds a dense, rounded shape
• Fertilizing: Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in spring if desired
• Mulching: Helps conserve soil moisture and protect shallow roots
• Pest Resistance: Deer resistant and generally free of major pest issues

Why Choose Blue Star Juniper?

• Brilliant Blue Foliage: Provides vibrant, year-round color
• Dwarf Habit: Perfect for small gardens and containers
• Cold and Drought Tolerant: Tough and adaptable in a wide range of climates
• Low Maintenance: Naturally compact and slow-growing
• Focal Point: Dense, blue-toned mound draws attention in borders and accent plantings

Juniperus squamata 'Blue Star' delivers standout foliage color and an easy-care, compact form, making it a favorite for adding structure, texture, and vibrant blue tones to small-scale garden designs and container displays.