Juniperus chinensis 'Angelica Blue'
Chinese juniper 'Angelica Blue'
Fiche botanique
Cupressaceae
Columnar
Coniferous
Description
Juniperus chinensis ‘Angelica Blue’ is a large, ornamental shrubby juniper, recognized for its luminous silvery-blue foliage and great hardiness. This variety stands out for its spreading, dense, and well-structured habit, forming a broad and harmonious shrub ideal for mass plantings, low screens, and solitary plantings. Its finely textured, evergreen foliage retains an attractive bluish hue all year round, providing constant visual interest even in winter. Highly drought-tolerant once established and perfectly suited to full sun exposures, ‘Angelica Blue’ is particularly appreciated in sustainable landscaping and Nordic gardens. Its excellent performance in poor, well-drained soil makes it a reliable choice for structuring open spaces and difficult areas, where few coniferous shrubs offer both volume, color, and longevity.