Juniperus Communis 'Pencil Point'

Juniper Pencil Point

Juniperus communis ‘Pencil Point’ — commonly called Pencil Point juniper — is a narrow evergreen shrub valued for its very tight, columnar habit and dense blue-green needle foliage. Its slender, upright form creates a strong vertical accent while taking up minimal space, making it especially useful in smaller landscapes and formal plantings.

Type: Evergreen shrub

Mature Size:
Width: 1–2 ft
Height: 5–10 ft

USDA Zones: 2a–7b

Form: Very narrow upright, columnar

Light: Full sun

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

Water: Low; highly drought tolerant once established

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

Features & Landscape Uses: Excellent for vertical accents, foundation corners, formal plantings, and tight spaces where a narrow evergreen is needed.

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

Plant type

Evergreen Shrub

Height

5-10'

Width

1-2'

Hardiness zones

2–7

Sunlight

Full Sun

Growth rate

Slow

Leaf color

SeaGreen

Soil

Average, Sandy, Well Drained

Landscape use

Accent Plant, Corner Accent, Mass Planting, Specimen

Bark

Exfoliating, Rough

Deer resistant

Yes

Salt tolerant

Yes

Drought tolerant

Yes