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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.

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

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • blue
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
  • Fruit

    • green
    • blue
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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