Juniperus chinensis 'Keteleeri'

Keteleeri Juniper

Juniperus chinensis ‘Keteleeri’ — commonly called Keteleeri juniper — is a vigorous evergreen shrub or small tree valued for its dense upright pyramidal habit and rich medium-green foliage that remains attractive year-round. Female plants often produce abundant blue-green berry-like cones, adding ornamental and wildlife value. Its strong vertical form makes it a dependable evergreen for screening and structural planting.

Type: Evergreen shrub / small tree

Mature Size:
Width: 8–12 ft
Height: 15–25 ft

USDA Zones: 4a–9b

Form: Upright, pyramidal

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; cones attract birds; deer resistant

Features & Landscape Uses: Excellent for screening, windbreaks, large evergreen accents, and informal specimen use. Its dense habit and fruiting potential add year-round interest.

Care: Plant in full sun for best density and fruiting. Avoid wet soils. Minimal pruning is needed; shape lightly in early spring if necessary.

Plant type

Evergreen Shrub

Height

15-25'

Width

8-12'

Hardiness zones

4–9

Sunlight

Full Sun

Growth rate

Moderate

Bloom time

Spring

Leaf color

Steel Blue

Fruit color

Sky Blue

Soil

Average, Sandy, Well Drained

Landscape use

Hedge

Shape

Pyramidal

Bark

Exfoliating

Fruit

Yes

Deer resistant

Yes

Drought tolerant

Yes