Hardiness
Zone 4
Discover the plant
Juniper 'Dream Joy'
FamilyCupressaceae
Juniperus squamata 'Dream Joy', also known as the 'Dream Joy' scaly juniper, is a highly decorative dwarf conifer prized for its contrasting foliage and compact, spreading habit. This variety forms a small, dense shrub with horizontal branches that create an elegant plant cushion, ideal for rock gardens, conifer beds, and alpine gardens. Its silvery-blue foliage provides a beautiful permanent base, while young spring shoots emerge in a bright golden-yellow hue, creating a spectacular contrast. This seasonal coloration brings a lot of vibrancy to landscape compositions. Very hardy and low-maintenance, this juniper tolerates poor, dry, or sandy soils and harsh climatic conditions well, provided the soil is well-drained and the location is in full sun.
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
Foliage colorGreen
Foliage typePersistent
FruitingBluish-grey berries typical of junipers
Maximum height60 to 80 cm (24 to 31 inches)
Maximum width1 m (3 feet)
Growth rateslow
Hardiness zoneZone 4
Minimum temperature'-40°C
