Juniperus scopulorum 'Wichita Blue'

Wichita Blue Juniper

Juniperus scopulorum ‘Wichita Blue’ — commonly called Wichita Blue Rocky Mountain juniper — is an evergreen tree valued for its dense upright pyramidal habit and vivid silvery-blue foliage that maintains excellent color year-round. Its full, symmetrical form and bright blue tone make it one of the most popular blue junipers for landscape use.

Type: Evergreen tree

Mature Size:
Width: 6–10 ft
Height: 10–15 ft

USDA Zones: 3a–8b

Form: Upright, pyramidal

Light: Full sun

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

Water: Low; highly drought tolerant once established

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

Features & Landscape Uses: Excellent for screening, windbreaks, evergreen accents, and specimen plantings. Its bright blue foliage provides strong contrast with green and gold landscape plants.

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

Plant type

Evergreen Tree

Height

10-15'

Width

6-10'

Hardiness zones

3–8

Sunlight

Full Sun

Growth rate

Moderate

Bloom time

Does not flower, Spring

Leaf color

Steel Blue

Soil

Average, Highly Adaptable, Sandy, Well Drained

Landscape use

Hedge

Shape

Pyramidal, Upright

Bark

Exfoliating

Fruit

Yes

Deer resistant

Yes

Drought tolerant

Yes