Wichita Blue Juniper
Wichita Blue Juniper is a stunning evergreen shrub known for its striking silver-blue foliage that adds year-round color and texture to any landscape. With its dense, pyramidal growth habit, this Juniperus scopulorum variety makes an excellent choice for privacy screens, windbreaks, or as a focal point in garden beds. Reaching heights of 10-15 feet and a width of 4-6 feet, Wichita Blue Juniper brings height and structure to both formal and naturalistic landscapes. Its unique foliage maintains its vibrant color even through winter, making it a standout feature in any garden.
Thriving in full sun and well-drained soil, Wichita Blue Juniper is a low-maintenance plant that can tolerate a range of soil types, including poor, sandy, or rocky soils. This juniper is also drought-tolerant and deer-resistant, making it an ideal choice for landscapes that experience dry conditions or frequent deer browsing. Its upright, symmetrical shape requires little pruning, allowing it to maintain its naturally elegant form with minimal care. Whether used as a backdrop for flowering perennials or as a striking standalone specimen, Wichita Blue Juniper brings both beauty and functionality to your garden design.
In addition to its aesthetic appeal, Wichita Blue Juniper provides valuable habitat for wildlife, offering shelter and nesting sites for birds and small animals. Its dense foliage also helps reduce wind and noise, making it a practical choice for creating natural privacy barriers. With its year-round silver-blue foliage, minimal maintenance needs, and ability to thrive in harsh conditions, Wichita Blue Juniper is a versatile and reliable addition to any landscape, delivering both visual impact and practicality.
