Botanical profile

Juniperus virginiana 'Blue Arrow'

Latin name
Juniperus virginiana 'Blue Arrow'
Common name
Virginia juniper 'Blue Arrow'
Type
Coniferous
Family
Cupressaceae

Juniperus virginiana ‘Blue Arrow’ is an extremely narrow, columnar Eastern Redcedar, recognized for its slender silhouette and intense steely blue foliage. This variety stands out for its strictly vertical and very compact growth, forming a dense and regular column ideal for creating architectural accents, formal alignments, or visual screens in confined spaces. Its evergreen foliage, finely textured and tightly held against the branches, maintains a remarkable silvery-blue hue all year round, providing a strong visual impact even in winter. Highly cold-hardy, drought-tolerant once established, and undemanding regarding soil type, ‘Blue Arrow’ is particularly well-suited for northern gardens and contemporary landscapes. Its neat and stable structure makes it a professional choice for sustainably shaping the landscape.

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
Decorative blue-grey berries on female plants
Foliage color
Blue-green
Foliage type
Persistent
Shape
Columnar
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
4 to 5 m (13 to 16 feet)
Width
1 m (3 feet)
Growth rate
fast
Not recommended for pets
Not recommended 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.