Juniperus Scopulorum 'Monam'

Skyrocket Juniper

Juniperus scopulorum ‘Monam’ (Skyrocket®) — commonly called Skyrocket Rocky Mountain juniper — is a very narrow evergreen tree valued for its tight columnar habit and striking blue-gray foliage that holds strong color year-round. Its extremely upright form creates a strong vertical accent, making it ideal for tight spaces and formal plantings.

Type: Evergreen tree

Mature Size:
Width: 2–3 ft
Height: 15–20 ft

USDA Zones: 4a–9b

Form: Very narrow upright, columnar

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, vertical accents, foundation corners, and formal plantings where space is limited. Its narrow form makes it a popular alternative to arborvitae.

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 Shrub

Height

15-20'

Width

2-3'

Hardiness zones

3–7

Sunlight

Full Sun

Growth rate

Moderate

Leaf color

Olive Drab

Fall color

Blue Green

Soil

Average, Sandy, Well Drained

Landscape use

Specimen

Shape

Columnar, Narrow Upright

Bark

Exfoliating

Deer resistant

Yes

Salt tolerant

Yes

Drought tolerant

Yes