Juniperus virginiana Blue Arrow

Blue Arrow Red Cedar

Juniperus virginiana ‘Blue Arrow’ — a very narrow, columnar evergreen tree with a tight upright form, prized for its striking steel-blue foliage and strong vertical presence. The dense, fine-textured sprays create a clean, architectural look, making it ideal for narrow spaces and formal landscapes.

Type: Evergreen tree

Mature Size: Width: 2–3 ft | Height: 12–15 ft
USDA Zones: 4a–9b
Form: Very narrow columnar
Light: Full sun
Soil / Water: Adaptable to most soils; prefers well-drained conditions; drought tolerant once established
Wildlife: Birds (berries), deer resistant

Features & Landscape Uses:


Striking blue foliage provides year-round color 🌿
Extremely narrow habit fits tight spaces
Ideal for screening, accents, and formal plantings
Low maintenance and highly adaptable

Care:
Plant in full sun with well-drained soil. Water during establishment, then minimal care is needed. Little pruning required due to naturally tight growth habit.

Plant type

Evergreen Tree

Height

12-15'

Width

2-3'

Hardiness zones

4–9

Sunlight

Full Sun

Fall color

Blue Green

Soil

Average, Highly Adaptable, Sandy, Well Drained

Landscape use

Corner Accent, Mass Planting, Privacy Screen

Shape

Narrow Upright, Pyramidal

Deer resistant

Yes

Drought tolerant

Yes