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Juniperus scopulorum Skyrocket

Skyrocket Juniper

An extremely narrow, rocket-like, upright evergreen with very distinctive, light bluish-green foliage. They are a desirable plant near entrances and places where broader evergreens are out of place.

  • »  Tall, narrow, columnar growth habit
  • »  Upright growing branches hold blue-green foliage throughout the year
  • »  Use in groups for screening or in confined areas of the landscape

7gal Low Inventory
$225.00
B&B in Container Low Inventory
$675.00
  • Category:Evergreens
  • Hardiness Zone:3
  • Height:250-300 cm
  • Spread:80-100 cm
Exposure
• Full Sun
Soil Moisture
• Average to Dry Soils
• Well-drained
Growth Rate
• Medium
Attributes
• Drought Tolerant
• Evergreen
• Heat Tolerant
• Low Maintenance
Habit
• Columnar
• Compact
• Pyramidal
• Upright
Foliage Color
• Blue
• Green
Landscape uses
• Hedge
• Screening (privacy)
Planting instructions
• Container Plants
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Juniperus scopulorum 'Skyrocket'

Upright juniper cultivars are a good alternative for hedging where cedars are typically used. 'Skyrocket' is a narrow cultivar, useful for planting in a tight area of a landscape.