Botanical profile

Juniperus scopulorum 'Moonglow'

Latin name
Juniperus scopulorum 'Moonglow'
Common name
Rocky Mountain Juniper 'Moonglow'
Type
Ornamental conifer
Family
Cupressaceae

Juniperus scopulorum 'Moonglow', also known as the 'Moonglow' Rocky Mountain juniper, is an evergreen conifer highly valued for its elegant silhouette and luminous silver-blue coloration. This variety develops a narrow, dense pyramidal habit that brings structure and verticality to landscape designs. Its foliage, composed of fine silver-blue scales, creates an almost metallic effect in the sun and remains decorative throughout the year. Very hardy and tolerant, this juniper adapts well to poor, dry, or sandy soils and resists windy conditions as well as urban pollution. Its steady growth and naturally symmetrical form make it an excellent choice for narrow hedges, screens, or as an accent plant in contemporary gardens.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 3
Exposure
Sun
Watering
Weak
Fertilization
Weak, rarely needed
Soil type
Well-drained, tolerates poor and dry soils
Minimum temperature
-40°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
Spring
Flower color
Not specified
Fruiting
Bluish-grey berries typical of junipers
Foliage color
Blue-green
Foliage type
Persistent
Shape
Narrowly pyramidal
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
6 m (20 ft)
Width
2 m (6 ft)
Growth rate
Fast
Pet friendly
Safe for pets

Pets

Deer
Less attractive or generally tolerated by deer

Deer

The availability of our plants varies depending on arrivals, seasons, nursery production and supplier availability. Some varieties may be offered for a limited time only, depending on their natural cycle or current stock. These plant profiles are designed to guide and inspire you when choosing plants for the garden, landscaping projects, containers or long-lasting outdoor arrangements.