Botanical profile

Juniperus scopulorum 'Blue Heaven'

Latin name
Juniperus scopulorum 'Blue Heaven'
Common name
Rocky Mountain Juniper 'Blue Heaven'
Type
Coniferous
Family
Cupressaceae

Juniperus scopulorum 'Blue Heaven' is a juniper with a narrow columnar habit and unique matte steel-blue foliage, softer and more powdery than other cultivars. Its dense silhouette, more rigid than 'Wichita Blue', is particularly well-suited for structured plantings, narrow hedges, or architectural alignments. This conifer maintains stable coloration year-round and offers an elegant contrast with green or golden foliage in the garden. Very hardy and low-maintenance, it tolerates harsh winters, drought, drying winds, and poor soils as long as they are well-drained. Its moderate growth allows it to retain its naturally upright form without intervention. 'Blue Heaven' is distinguished by its graphic simplicity, ease of maintenance, and superb persistent bluish hue.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 3
Exposure
Sun
Watering
Moderate watering
Fertilization
Slow-release fertilizer in spring. Fertilize monthly or as directed on the bag. Not recommended – use Bionik rooter or bone meal.
Soil type
Neutral to slightly acidic, dry to well-drained
Minimum temperature
'-40°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
Not significant
Flower color
Non-ornamental
Fruiting
Sparse blue-grey cones
Foliage color
Blue-green
Foliage type
Persistent
Shape
Columnar
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
2 to 3 m (6 to 10 feet)
Width
1.5 m (5 feet)
Growth rate
fast
Not recommended for pets
Not recommended for pets

Pets

Deer
Less attractive or generally tolerated by deer

Deer

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