Juniperus, Rocky Mountain Juniper 'Sky Rocket'
Introduce striking vertical interest to your landscape with the Juniperus Rocky Mountain Juniper 'Sky Rocket.' This evergreen shrub boasts a narrow, columnar form and maintains its attractive silver-blue foliage year-round, offering consistent visual appeal. It produces decorative silvery blue berries seasonally, enhancing its ornamental value. Perfectly suited for smaller spaces or formal designs, this adaptable plant thrives in full sun and is known for its drought tolerance once established. Its low maintenance needs and deer resistance make it a practical and enduring choice for adding elegant, upward structure to any garden.
$62.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.4
/ 5
Category Rank
2224
/ 2594
#2224 in Bushes & Shrubs
Price vs Category Average
+60%
Above average
Height
15
/ feet
Who it's for
- Exceptional Vertical Accent
- High Drought and Cold Tolerance
- Attractive Blue-Green Foliage
Who should skip it
- Susceptibility to Pests and Rust
- Vulnerable to Snow Damage
- Sensitivity to Wet Soil
Key Specs
Height
15 feet
Spread
24 inches
Sunlight Requirement
Full Sun
Hardiness Zone
3a
Foliage Type
Evergreen
Growth Rate
Slow
Lifespan
70 years or more
Other Names
Colorado Redcedar
Features
- Narrow, upright columnar growth habit
- Year-round silver-blue foliage
- Produces decorative silvery blue berries
- Drought-tolerant once established
- Deer resistant
- Low maintenance
- Tolerates urban conditions
- Adds vertical landscape interest
What customers say
Customers highly value the Juniper's striking, ultra narrow columnar shape, praising it as the perfect architectural accent for vertical interest in tight spaces like narrow borders. Initial quality from reputable sources is often excellent, ensuring healthy arrival. The primary challenge noted is establishment; this cultivar is sensitive to watering and drainage issues, leading to some early browning. Gardeners who master its specific site and initial care requirements celebrate its rapid growth and low maintenance once mature, noting its exceptional cold hardiness. Overall, the aesthetic payoff justifies the investment for those prepared for diligent early attention.
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