Gray Gleam Juniper

Juniperus scopulorum 'Gray Gleam'

Plant Details:

Plant Type: Evergreen Tree

Plant Family: Cupressaceae

Plant Description: A slow and densely growing pyramidal evergreen shrub that forms dense columns composed of gray-green scale-like needles. Produces no fruit or flowers. Prefers relatively dry, well-drained soil; avoid overwatering or allowing soil to become overly wet.

Maintenance:

Maintenance Type: Tree - Evergreen

Plant Care: Tree - Evergreen (single-stemmed woody plants that keep their leaves during winter): Light pruning is required to maintain desired shape and to avoid branching problems such as double-leader stems. Evergreen trees can be difficult to establish. Adequate winter moisture is critical for the first 2-3 years until the roots establish. If there is a dry winter check the root ball with your finger for moisture before watering. Monitor for pests and diseases.

Video: Pruning Evergreen Trees - Spring Cleanup

Plant Attributes:

Mature Size: 15' tall x 5-7' wide

Utah Native: No

Nativar: Yes

Plant Select: No

Pollinator Friendly: No

Localscapes: Tree, Foundation Plant

Evergreen: Yes

Foliage Interest: No

Foliage Colors: Green, Silver-Green

Erosion Control: No

Ground Cover: No

Foodscape: No

Growing Conditions:

Hardiness Zone: 4 to 7

Light Requirement: Full Sun (6+ hrs sun)

Irrigation Requirement:

Very Low (Water to Establish)

Salt Tolerant: Unknown

Deer Tolerant: Yes

Garden Location:

Design Path
- Easy Does It
- Winter Interest

Spring
Summer
Fall
Winter