Juniperus scopulorum 'Gray Gleam'

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Gray Gleam Columnar Juniper

 
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Information by: Jerry Sortomme        Photographer:

 

Description

Grey Gleam Juniper is a slow growing conifer, meaning 30-40 years to attain full height of 15' and 5'-7' wide. It is symmetrical-shaped, looking like a blue-gray column. Foliage turns silvery gray in winter. This dependable juniper prefers full sun and is drought tolerant once it's established. Birds love this plant. It can be grown in coastal areas as well as inland warm valleys.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Plant Type

Conifer

 

Height Range

12-25'

 

Flower Color

n/a

 

Flower Season

n/a

 

Leaf Color

Blue Green, Grey Green, Silver

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

 

Water

Very Low

 

Growth Rate

Slow

 

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

 

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained

 

Soil pH

Acid, Neutral, Basic

 

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

English Cottage, Formal, Mediterranean, Seascape, Woodland

 

Accenting Features

Silhouette, Specimen, Unusual Foliage, Unusual Shape

 

Seasonal Interest

Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall

 

Location Uses

Entry, Foundation, Lawn, Patio, Park, Swimming Pool, Walkways

 

Special Uses

Container, Hedge, Screen, Topiary, Wind Break

 

Attracts Wildlife

Birds

Water Saving Tip:

Replace turf with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs. If you have areas where no one uses the grass, patches that do not grow well, or a turf area too small to water without runoff, consider replacing the turf with water-efficient landscaping.