Skyrocket Eastern Red Cedar

Skyrocket Eastern Red Cedar (Juniperus virginiana 'Skyrocket')

Skyrocket Eastern Red Cedar (Juniperus virginiana 'Skyrocket') is a fast-growing, narrowly columnar evergreen prized for its strong vertical form and steely blue-green foliage. One of the slimmest cultivars of Eastern Red Cedar, it�s ideal for tight spaces, vertical accents, or formal rows where height and structure are needed without sacrificing space.

Distinctive Features

'Skyrocket' reaches 15 to 20 feet tall and just 2 to 3 feet wide at maturity, maintaining a sleek, upright silhouette with minimal pruning. The scale-like foliage emerges blue-green and holds its color throughout the year. This cultivar offers an architectural presence in the landscape and works well in urban settings or modern designs that benefit from bold, clean lines.

Growing Conditions

• Sun Exposure: Full sun
• Soil: Well-drained soil; tolerant of clay, sand, and poor or rocky conditions
• Water: Low; drought tolerant once established
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 4�9

Ideal Uses

• Focal Point: Narrow shape and blue-green foliage create an eye-catching vertical accent
• Privacy Screening: Perfect for tight rows where space is limited
• Entryways and Gates: Frames formal entrances with symmetry and height
• Containers: Grows well in large planters for patios or rooftops
• Mixed Borders: Adds height and contrast among lower-growing shrubs

Low Maintenance Care

• Watering: Water regularly during establishment; very low water needs once established
• Pruning: Rarely needed; naturally maintains its narrow shape
• Fertilizing: Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring
• Mulching: Helps conserve moisture and suppress weeds
• Pest Resistance: Resistant to deer, drought, and urban pollution

Why Choose Skyrocket Eastern Red Cedar?

• Extremely Narrow Habit: Fits into the tightest spaces with strong vertical impact
• Steely Blue-Green Color: Offers year-round interest and contrast
• Fast-Growing: Reaches mature height quickly for screening or accent use
• Adaptable: Thrives in challenging soils and hot, dry conditions
• Focal Point: Slim form and striking foliage make it a standout choice for modern landscapes and space-saving designs

Juniperus virginiana 'Skyrocket' delivers fast, vertical growth with a narrow footprint and silvery foliage, making it an ideal solution for landscapes that need height, structure, and durability in a low-maintenance package.