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Blue Star Juniper
Juniperus squamata 'Blue Star'
Blue Star Juniper offers stunning silver-blue foliage and a compact, mounded form, making it ideal for adding year-round color and texture to any garden. Drought-tolerant and deer-resistant, this low-maintenance shrub thrives in full sun, providing a beautiful and resilient option for both small and large landscapes.
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The Blue Star Juniper is a compact, slow-growing evergreen shrub known for its striking silver-blue foliage and dense, mounded shape. Reaching a height of 2 to 3 feet and spreading 3 to 4 feet wide, this low-maintenance juniper adds year-round color and texture to any landscape. Its fine, needle-like foliage creates a vibrant contrast against darker plants, rocks, or garden features, making it an excellent choice for foundation plantings, rock gardens, or as a standout specimen plant. The Blue Star Juniper thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, providing long-lasting beauty with minimal care.
Ideal for both small and large gardens, Blue Star Juniper is also highly drought-tolerant once established, making it a perfect choice for xeriscaping or areas prone to dry conditions. Its compact, rounded form requires little pruning, allowing the plant to maintain its attractive shape throughout the year. In addition to its drought resistance, the Blue Star Juniper is deer-resistant and pest-resistant, offering durability and protection for your landscape. Its slow-growing nature ensures that it will stay manageable, providing a reliable, low-maintenance solution for gardeners seeking a long-lasting appeal.
Whether used as a ground cover, in mass plantings, or as an accent in a mixed border, the Blue Star Juniper brings unique visual interest to any garden. Its stunning blue foliage creates a bold, year-round display that complements both modern and traditional landscapes. With its resilience to tough environmental conditions and easy-care requirements, the Blue Star Juniper is an excellent investment for any landscape, offering both aesthetic appeal and practicality for homeowners and landscapers alike.
| Hardiness Zone: | 4 - 8 |
|---|---|
| Mature Height: | 2 to 3 Feet |
| Mature Width: | 3 to 4 feet |
| Classification: | Evergreen ground-cover shrub |
| Sunlight: | Full Sun |
| Habit: | Spreading |
| Foliage: | Dense Blue Foliage |
| Soil Condition: | Any well drained soil |
| Water Require: | Water well until established. |
| Uses: | A truly deer proof shrub. |
How to Care for Blue Star Juniper
Be sure to read our planting instructions to ensure a healthy and happy Blue Star Juniper plant for years to come!
How do I Plant A Blue Star Juniper Shrub?
To plant a Blue Star Juniper shrub, start by selecting a location that receives full sun and has well-drained soil, as these junipers thrive in dry, sunny environments. Dig a hole twice as wide and just as deep as the root ball to allow the roots ample room to spread and establish. Gently remove the shrub from its container, loosen the roots, and place it in the hole, ensuring that the top of the root ball is level with the surrounding soil. After positioning the juniper, backfill the hole with native soil, lightly tamping it down to eliminate air pockets. Water thoroughly after planting to help the roots settle. For best results, space multiple Blue Star Junipers 3 to 4 feet apart to allow their spreading growth habit to develop fully. Once planted, apply a 2-3 inch layer of mulch around the base of the Blue Star Juniper to help retain moisture and regulate soil temperature. Be sure to keep the mulch a few inches away from the trunk to prevent rot. Water deeply once a week during the first growing season to help establish a strong root system. After the plant is established, Blue Star Junipers become highly drought-tolerant and will only need occasional watering during extended dry periods. With proper planting and care, your Blue Star Juniper will provide beautiful, low-maintenance color and texture in your landscape for years to come.
How do I Water A Blue Star Juniper Shrub?
To properly water a Blue Star Juniper shrub, focus on deep, infrequent watering, especially during the first year after planting. Water the shrub deeply once a week, ensuring the soil is moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top few inches of soil to dry out between waterings, as Blue Star Junipers prefer well-drained conditions and can be susceptible to root rot if overwatered. If you're planting in a hot or dry climate, you may need to water more frequently during the first growing season to help establish a strong root system. Once your Blue Star Juniper is established, it becomes highly drought-tolerant and requires minimal watering. In most climates, natural rainfall will be sufficient, and supplemental watering is only necessary during extended periods of drought or extreme heat. To help retain moisture and reduce the frequency of watering, apply a 2-3 inch layer of mulch around the base of the plant, being careful to keep the mulch a few inches away from the trunk to prevent rot. By following these watering guidelines, your Blue Star Juniper will thrive and maintain its vibrant silver-blue foliage with minimal care.
How do I Fertilize A Blue Star Juniper Shrub?
To fertilize a Blue Star Juniper shrub, apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer, such as a 10-10-10 formula, in early spring to support healthy growth and vibrant blue foliage. Spread the fertilizer evenly around the drip line of the shrub, which is the area directly beneath the outer branches, but be careful to avoid applying it too close to the trunk. After applying the fertilizer, water the area thoroughly to help the nutrients penetrate the soil and reach the roots. Fertilizing once a year is typically sufficient to keep your Blue Star Juniper thriving. For those who prefer an organic approach, compost or well-rotted manure can also be used to fertilize your Blue Star Juniper. Apply a 1-2 inch layer of compost around the base of the plant, keeping it away from the trunk to prevent rot. Organic fertilizers provide slow-releasing nutrients that not only nourish the plant but also improve soil structure. Because Blue Star Junipers are drought-tolerant and low-maintenance, they don’t require frequent feeding. A simple annual application of fertilizer will ensure your juniper stays healthy and continues to provide stunning, year-round color and texture in your landscape.
How do I Prune A Blue Star Juniper Shrub?
Pruning a Blue Star Juniper shrub is minimal, as these low-maintenance evergreens naturally maintain their compact, mounded shape. The best time to prune is in early spring before new growth begins. Start by removing any dead, damaged, or diseased branches to promote healthy growth and improve airflow through the plant. Use clean, sharp pruning shears to make precise cuts, but avoid cutting too deeply into the older wood, as junipers do not regenerate well from heavy pruning. Lightly trim any overgrown or wayward branches to maintain the shrub’s attractive, dense form. For routine maintenance, Blue Star Juniper requires very little pruning beyond removing dead or unruly branches. If needed, you can prune throughout the growing season to control the shape or size of the plant, but be cautious not to over-prune, as this can damage the shrub’s natural form. Avoid pruning too late in the season, as new growth may not have time to harden off before winter. With light, occasional pruning, your Blue Star Juniper will continue to thrive, providing vibrant silver-blue foliage and an elegant structure to your landscape.
