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Moonglow Juniper - 5 Gallon
SKU:
1958501
UPC:
651469608926
$59.99
- Silvery-blue foliage on a broad pyramidal form—glows year-round and pops in moonlight landscapes.
- Dependable screen or windbreak: dense, compact branching naturally resists deer and rabbits.
- Adaptable and easy-care: thrives in full sun and varied soils; waterwise once established.
- Landscape scale without excess spread—about 20 ft. tall × 8 ft. wide at maturity.
Moonglow Juniper (Juniperus scopulorum ‘Moonglow’) is a rugged, low‑maintenance evergreen prized for its luminous, silvery‑blue foliage and naturally broad pyramidal outline. Fast to establish and moderate in growth, it delivers year‑round color, structure, and privacy with minimal input—performing reliably in full sun, tolerating urban conditions and road salt, and adapting to an impressively wide range of soils so long as drainage is good.
Plant Description
Upright, broad‑pyramidal conifer with dense, compact branching and fine, silver‑blue sprays that hold color through all seasons. Evergreen structure reads clean and architectural from near or far.
Foliage & Color
Intensely silvery‑blue foliage that keeps its glow in winter; the reflective tone creates striking contrast with grasses, roses, and warm‑toned perennials.
Sun Requirements
Full sun (6+ hours/day) for best color density, branching, and overall performance.
Watering Needs
Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish roots; afterward, water when the top ~2 inches of soil begin to dry. Avoid chronically soggy sites.
Soil Requirements
Easily grown in many soils—including clay, alkaline, and compacted—provided drainage is good. Avoid wet, poorly drained locations.
Growth & Size
Moderate growth; typically matures around 20 ft. tall and 8 ft. wide, retaining a tidy, space‑savvy footprint compared with broader conifers.
Hardiness
USDA Zones 3–7; cold‑hardy and well suited to Northern and high‑elevation landscapes.
Special Features
Waterwise once established; deer and rabbit resistant; tolerant of urban pollution and road salt; excellent wildlife value for shelter.
Landscape Uses
Four‑season privacy screen, windbreak, or hedge; luminous specimen or corner anchor; group plantings for large‑scale structure; suitable for trained topiary forms.
Care Instructions
Plant at or slightly above grade in well‑drained soil. Mulch to conserve moisture (keep mulch off the trunk). Feed with a general‑purpose fertilizer before spring flush. Prune annually, if needed, to refine outline—light shearing only.
Spacing & Screening
For a fast, closed screen, space 6–8 ft. on center; for a looser windbreak or staggered drift, increase spacing to 8–10 ft. Align to prevailing winds for maximum protection.
Design Tips
Pair with Russian sage, catmint, and maiden grass to amplify the cool palette; punctuate long fence lines or drive entries with evenly spaced specimens; uplight to emphasize the silvery tone at night.
Background
A selection of Rocky Mountain juniper, native to western North America; chosen for steadfast color, toughness, and a reliably pyramidal form that excels in screens and specimen roles.
- Silvery-blue foliage on a broad pyramidal form—glows year-round and pops in moonlight landscapes.
- Dependable screen or windbreak: dense, compact branching naturally resists deer and rabbits.
- Adaptable and easy-care: thrives in full sun and varied soils; waterwise once established.
- Landscape scale without excess spread—about 20 ft. tall × 8 ft. wide at maturity.
Moonglow Juniper (Juniperus scopulorum ‘Moonglow’) is a rugged, low‑maintenance evergreen prized for its luminous, silvery‑blue foliage and naturally broad pyramidal outline. Fast to establish and moderate in growth, it delivers year‑round color, structure, and privacy with minimal input—performing reliably in full sun, tolerating urban conditions and road salt, and adapting to an impressively wide range of soils so long as drainage is good.
Plant Description
Upright, broad‑pyramidal conifer with dense, compact branching and fine, silver‑blue sprays that hold color through all seasons. Evergreen structure reads clean and architectural from near or far.
Foliage & Color
Intensely silvery‑blue foliage that keeps its glow in winter; the reflective tone creates striking contrast with grasses, roses, and warm‑toned perennials.
Sun Requirements
Full sun (6+ hours/day) for best color density, branching, and overall performance.
Watering Needs
Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish roots; afterward, water when the top ~2 inches of soil begin to dry. Avoid chronically soggy sites.
Soil Requirements
Easily grown in many soils—including clay, alkaline, and compacted—provided drainage is good. Avoid wet, poorly drained locations.
Growth & Size
Moderate growth; typically matures around 20 ft. tall and 8 ft. wide, retaining a tidy, space‑savvy footprint compared with broader conifers.
Hardiness
USDA Zones 3–7; cold‑hardy and well suited to Northern and high‑elevation landscapes.
Special Features
Waterwise once established; deer and rabbit resistant; tolerant of urban pollution and road salt; excellent wildlife value for shelter.
Landscape Uses
Four‑season privacy screen, windbreak, or hedge; luminous specimen or corner anchor; group plantings for large‑scale structure; suitable for trained topiary forms.
Care Instructions
Plant at or slightly above grade in well‑drained soil. Mulch to conserve moisture (keep mulch off the trunk). Feed with a general‑purpose fertilizer before spring flush. Prune annually, if needed, to refine outline—light shearing only.
Spacing & Screening
For a fast, closed screen, space 6–8 ft. on center; for a looser windbreak or staggered drift, increase spacing to 8–10 ft. Align to prevailing winds for maximum protection.
Design Tips
Pair with Russian sage, catmint, and maiden grass to amplify the cool palette; punctuate long fence lines or drive entries with evenly spaced specimens; uplight to emphasize the silvery tone at night.
Background
A selection of Rocky Mountain juniper, native to western North America; chosen for steadfast color, toughness, and a reliably pyramidal form that excels in screens and specimen roles.
