Juniperus scopulorum 'Moonglow' (Rocky Mountain Juniper) is a stunning conifer variety with a silvery-blue frost-like foliage that maintains its color year-round, adding elegance to landscapes. The 4-ball topiary style provides a formal and sculpted aesthetic, perfect for accenting entryways or focal points in gardens. Known for its dense branching and upright habit, this juniper is durable and easy to maintain, thriving in diverse conditions. It is highly adaptable to sunny locations and dry soils, making it ideal for xeriscaping or low-maintenance designs.
- Light: Full sun
- Water need: Low, well-drained soils
- Growth rate: Moderate
- Mature size (HxW): Typically trained growth varies by pruning style
- Habit: Dense, upright, sculpted (topiary: 4-ball)
- Bloom/interest: Evergreen foliage, sculptural structure
- Hardiness zone: 3–7
- Soil tolerance: Well-drained, tolerates poor soils
- Drought/heat tolerance: High
