Juniperus chinensis 'Hetzi Columnaris'

Hetzi Columnar Chinese Juniper

Juniperus chinensis ‘Hetzii Columnaris’ — commonly called Hetzi Columnaris juniper — is an evergreen shrub valued for its dense upright columnar habit and rich blue-green foliage that maintains year-round color. Strong vertical branching creates a narrow architectural form, making it especially useful where height and evergreen structure are needed in limited space.

Type: Evergreen shrub

Mature Size:
Width: 4–6 ft
Height: 12–18 ft

USDA Zones: 4a–8b

Form: Narrow upright, columnar

Light: Full sun

Soil: Well-drained soil; adaptable to sandy, rocky, and average garden soils

Water: Low to medium; drought tolerant once established

Wildlife: Provides shelter for birds; deer resistant

Features & Landscape Uses: Excellent for screening, vertical accents, foundation corners, and formal evergreen plantings. Its narrow form fits well in tighter spaces than broader upright junipers.

Care: Plant in full sun for best density and foliage color. Avoid wet soils. Minimal pruning is needed; trim lightly in early spring only if shaping is desired.

Plant type

Evergreen Tree

Height

12-18''

Width

4-6'

Hardiness zones

4–8

Sunlight

Full Sun

Growth rate

Moderate

Bloom time

Does not flower, Spring

Leaf color

Green

Fall color

Green

Soil

Average, Sandy, Well Drained

Landscape use

Accent Plant, Hedge, Privacy Screen

Shape

Narrow Upright

Fruit

Yes

Deer resistant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No