Blue Arrow Juniper
Best vertical evergreen for gardeners needing privacy in tight spaces.
Discover the Blue Arrow Juniper, an exceptional evergreen shrub celebrated for its striking, narrow, upright form and vibrant, bright blue foliage. This cultivar offers year-round color and is perfect for adding vertical interest to tight spaces or serving as a distinguished specimen plant. Its silvery-blue berries provide seasonal charm from late spring through winter. Adaptable to various soils and thriving in full sun, it's a resilient choice for screening, urban gardens, and erosion control, offering both beauty and utility.
$89.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.6
/ 5
Category Rank
866
/ 2688
#866 in Bushes & Shrubs
Price vs Category Average
+128%
Above average
Mature Height
15
/ feet
Who it's for
- Small-space gardeners needing vertical structure
- Designers seeking consistent, year-round color contrast
- Busy homeowners wanting low-maintenance, drought-tolerant plants
Who should skip it
- Gardeners managing heavy, poorly draining clay soils
- Residents in hot, dry climates wary of pest management
- Homeowners in regions with heavy winter snowfall
Performance breakdown
Vertical footprint
Ideal narrow profile for tight urban spaces and architectural accents.
Foliage vibrancy
Striking silvery-blue needles provide consistent color throughout the entire year.
Soil adaptability
Thrives in challenging clay and alkaline conditions where others struggle.
Maintenance requirements
A resilient, low-effort evergreen that demands very little seasonal attention.
Screening utility
Dense, upright growth creates an effective natural barrier for privacy.
Pest resistance
Reliably deer-resistant, keeping your landscape intact without extra protection.
Key Specs
Mature Height
15 feet
Mature Width
2 feet
Light Needs
Full Sun
Growth Rate
Medium
USDA Hardiness Zones
4
Soil Type
Clay, Alkaline
Soil Drainage
Well-drained
Foliage
Evergreen, Blue/Green
Features
- Extremely narrow, upright growth habit
- Bright blue foliage for year-round color
- Produces attractive silvery-blue berries
- Adaptable to clay and alkaline soils
- Excellent for screening and specimen use
- Deer resistant
- Thrives in full sun
- Low maintenance
What customers say
The Blue Arrow Juniper is highly praised for its striking design and dependable performance. Its naturally narrow, upright growth habit makes it an ideal choice for vertical accents and small garden spaces, requiring minimal pruning. Customers consistently receive robust, high quality plants that establish quickly. The juniper's impressive hardiness and consistent silvery blue color throughout the seasons make it a reliable and low maintenance landscape anchor. Its dependable nature and attractive form are key highlights.
Know before you buy
Because this shrub has a very narrow, columnar habit, it only requires about 2 feet of width at maturity. It is an excellent choice for tight side yards or narrow garden beds where you want vertical height without taking up significant ground space.
Yes, the Blue Arrow Juniper is specifically noted for its adaptability to clay and alkaline soils. Just ensure the planting site has adequate drainage, as these plants do not like to sit in standing water.
Yes, this variety is generally avoided by deer, making it a reliable choice for landscapes where wildlife pressure is a concern. While no plant is 100% deer-proof, it is a much safer bet than many other ornamental shrubs.
No, the Blue Arrow Juniper naturally maintains its tight, upright form on its own. It is considered a low-maintenance plant and rarely requires pruning to keep its signature architectural look.
Absolutely. Their narrow, tall growth habit makes them ideal for creating a vertical screen in tight spaces. For a solid privacy hedge, space them approximately 2 feet apart.
This plant requires full sun to maintain its vibrant blue color and dense growth habit. Aim for at least six to eight hours of direct sunlight daily to ensure the plant stays healthy and does not become leggy.
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