Juniperus chinensis 'Blue Alps'

Also Known As

Juniperus squamata 'Blue Alps'
Blue Alps Sculptured Juniper
Chinese Juniper

Plant type

shrub, conifer

size

H: 8'-12'
W: 6'-8'

planting zones

4a-9b

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Juniperus chinensis 'Blue Alps' plant details

Juniperus chinensis 'Blue Alps' is a slow-growing evergreen conifer shrub with blue foliage. and blue and green fruit. Grows well with sun - bright shade and even moisture - occasional water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in alkaline, average, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something for erosion control, pollution tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Juniperus chinensis 'Blue Alps'

Plant type: conifer shrub
Plant family: cupressaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 6 FT - 8 FT - wide, 8 FT - 12 FT - tall
Uses: winter interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Juniperus chinensis 'Blue Alps'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - occasional
Resistant to: deer, erosion, pollution and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: alkaline, average, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Evergreen, with bright blue foliage. Prune annually to maintain shapes. Zones 4-8.

By: Lael's Moon Garden

Gardening facts about Juniperus chinensis 'Blue Alps' plant

How to Grow Juniperus chinensis 'Blue Alps'

Sun Exposure
- sun - bright shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Soil Needs
- alkaline
- average
- well-drained
- rocky
Special Situation
- pollution tolerant
- erosion control
- verticillium wilt resistant