Juniperus virginiana 'Grey Owl'

Also Known As

Grey Owl Juniper
Grey Owl Red Cedar

Plant type

shrub, conifer

size

H: 3'
W: 6'

planting zones

3a-9b

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Juniperus virginiana 'Grey Owl' plant details

Juniperus virginiana 'Grey Owl' is an evergreen conifer shrub with blue and green foliage. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with sun and regular water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something pollution tolerant, verticillium wilt resistant and wind tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Juniperus virginiana 'Grey Owl'

Plant type: conifer shrub
Plant family: cupressaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 6 FT wide, 3 FT tall
Uses: border plant, rock garden, spreading, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Juniperus virginiana 'Grey Owl'

USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer, pollution, verticillium wilt and wind
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Juniperus virginiana 'Grey Owl' this spreading form of juniper has finely textured silver blue foliage. It grows to a height of 12 to 18 inches and spreads to 5 feet. It makes a excellent groundcover.

By: Accents for Home and Garden

The name "Grey Owl" is fitting for this remarkable plant! A low growing, spreading juniper resembling a bird on wing. The foliage color is silvery grey and very attractive year around. Matures at about 3' tall by 6' wide.

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Gardening facts about Juniperus virginiana 'Grey Owl' plant

How to Grow Juniperus virginiana 'Grey Owl'

Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- adaptable
- average
- well-drained
Special Situation
- pollution tolerant
- wind tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant