Hardiness
Zone 4
Discover the plant
Dwarf Juniper 'Blue Star'
FamilyCupressaceae
Juniperus squamata ‘Blue Star’ is a dwarf juniper highly prized for its compact cushion habit and intense steel-blue foliage. This variety stands out for its very slow growth and naturally rounded silhouette, forming a small, dense mass ideal for rock gardens, borders, dwarf conifer beds, and container cultivation. Its evergreen foliage, composed of short, dense needles, displays a luminous silvery-blue hue that remains stable all year round, offering strong ornamental interest even in winter. Its habit remains low and structured without requiring significant pruning. Very hardy, drought-tolerant once established, and adapted to poor, well-drained soils, ‘Blue Star’ is an excellent choice for Nordic gardens seeking texture, color, and long-term volume control.
Soil and care
The rightconditions.
Fertilization
Slow-release fertilizer in spring. Fertilize monthly or as directed on the bag. Not recommended – use Bionik rooter or bone meal.
Bloom and dimensions
The completeprofile.
Bloom periodNot significant
Flower colorNon-ornamental
Foliage colorBlue-green
Foliage typePersistent
FruitingSmall, inconspicuous grey-blue berries
Maximum height60 to 80 cm (24 to 31 inches)
Maximum width1.2 m (4 feet)
Growth rateslow
Hardiness zoneZone 4
Minimum temperature'-40°C
