Juniperus communis Compressa

Pencil point Juniper

Juniperus communis ‘Pencil Point’ — commonly called Pencil Point juniper — is a narrow evergreen shrub valued for its very tight, columnar habit and dense blue-green needle foliage. Its slender upright form creates a strong vertical accent while taking up minimal space, making it especially useful in small landscapes and formal plantings.

Type: Evergreen shrub

Mature Size:
Width: 1–2 ft
Height: 5–10 ft

USDA Zones: 2a–7b

Form: Very narrow upright, columnar

Light: Full sun

Soil: Well-drained soil; thrives in sandy, rocky, and poor soils

Water: Low; highly drought tolerant once established

Wildlife: Provides shelter for birds; cones may attract birds; deer resistant

Features & Landscape Uses: Excellent for vertical accents, foundation corners, formal plantings, and tight spaces where a narrow evergreen is needed.

Care: Plant in full sun with excellent drainage. Avoid wet soils. Minimal pruning is needed; trim lightly only if shaping is desired.

Plant type

Evergreen Shrub

Height

5-10'

Width

1-2'

Hardiness zones

2–7

Sunlight

Full Sun

Leaf color

Green

Soil

Average, Dry Area, Sandy, Well Drained

Landscape use

Corner Accent, Foundation Plant, Specimen

Shape

Columnar, Upright

Deer resistant

Yes

Drought tolerant

Yes