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Hetz Blue Juniper
Juniperus chinensis 'Hetzii Glauca'
Pronunciation: ju-NIP-er-us chi-NEN-sis
SKU #04760
LIGHT:
Full sun
WATER:
Water when top 2 inches of soil is dry.
SIZE:
Grows 8 ft. tall, 10 ft. wide, in natural form.
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| Description | This gorgeous evergreen has a naturally upright, spreading form and frosty blue-green foliage that works very well for screening while adding color and texture to the landscape. The semi-erect, dense branching habit assumes a fountain-like shape. Trained topiary forms are excellent for use in containers and for accenting a formal garden. |
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| Bloom Time | Conifer; prized for foliage. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Waterwise |
| Problems/Solutions | Coastal Exposure, Deer Resistant, Erosion Control, Rabbit Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Tolerates Urban Pollution |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Growth Habit | Upright |
| Landscape Use | Border, Privacy Screen, Windbreak, Suitable for Topiary |
| Design Ideas | This is a big, graceful upright Juniper that makes a super divider between residential yards and adjacent commercial lots. It will effectively block both hot and cold winds when planted in a tight row. Super dense privacy screen and ideal cover for utilities. May be used as a single specimen where its fountain shape is best seen. Also suited to shearing into formal shapes and available in an open-branched pompon for use in Asian or contemporary gardens. |
| Foliage Color | Blue-green |
| Companion Plants | Rose (Rosa); Catmint (Nepeta); Maiden Grass (Miscanthus); Barberry (Berberis); Russian Sage (Perovskia) |
| Care Instructions | Highly adaptable and easy to grow in most well-drained soils; avoid overly wet conditions. Water deeply, regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Once established, reduce frequency; tolerates mild drought. Apply fertilizer before new growth begins in spring. Prune annually to shape. |
Details
| Description | This gorgeous evergreen has a naturally upright, spreading form and frosty blue-green foliage that works very well for screening while adding color and texture to the landscape. The semi-erect, dense branching habit assumes a fountain-like shape. Trained topiary forms are excellent for use in containers and for accenting a formal garden. |
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| Bloom Time | Conifer; prized for foliage. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Waterwise |
| Problems/Solutions | Coastal Exposure, Deer Resistant, Erosion Control, Rabbit Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Tolerates Urban Pollution |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Growth Habit | Upright |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Privacy Screen, Windbreak, Suitable for Topiary |
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| Design Ideas | This is a big, graceful upright Juniper that makes a super divider between residential yards and adjacent commercial lots. It will effectively block both hot and cold winds when planted in a tight row. Super dense privacy screen and ideal cover for utilities. May be used as a single specimen where its fountain shape is best seen. Also suited to shearing into formal shapes and available in an open-branched pompon for use in Asian or contemporary gardens. |
| Foliage Color | Blue-green |
| Companion Plants | Rose (Rosa); Catmint (Nepeta); Maiden Grass (Miscanthus); Barberry (Berberis); Russian Sage (Perovskia) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Highly adaptable and easy to grow in most well-drained soils; avoid overly wet conditions. Water deeply, regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Once established, reduce frequency; tolerates mild drought. Apply fertilizer before new growth begins in spring. Prune annually to shape. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Hetz Blue Juniper produce flowers?
Conifer; prized for foliage.
Is Hetz Blue Juniper evergreen or deciduous?
Hetz Blue Juniper is Evergreen.
What are the special features of Hetz Blue Juniper?
Hetz Blue Juniper is Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Waterwise.
Is Hetz Blue Juniper resistant to pests or animals?
Coastal Exposure, Deer Resistant, Erosion Control, Rabbit Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Tolerates Urban Pollution
How fast does Hetz Blue Juniper grow?
Hetz Blue Juniper has a Moderate growth rate.
What is the growth habit of Hetz Blue Juniper?
Hetz Blue Juniper grows in an Upright habit.
Where can I use Hetz Blue Juniper in my landscape?
Hetz Blue Juniper is suitable for: Border, Privacy Screen, Windbreak, Suitable for Topiary.
How can I use Hetz Blue Juniper in my garden design?
This is a big, graceful upright Juniper that makes a super divider between residential yards and adjacent commercial lots. It will effectively block both hot and cold winds when planted in a tight row. Super dense privacy screen and ideal cover for utilities. May be used as a single specimen where its fountain shape is best seen. Also suited to shearing into formal shapes and available in an open-branched pompon for use in Asian or contemporary gardens.
What color is the foliage of Hetz Blue Juniper?
Hetz Blue Juniper has Blue-green foliage.
What plants grow well with Hetz Blue Juniper?
Good companion plants for Hetz Blue Juniper include: Rose (Rosa); Catmint (Nepeta); Maiden Grass (Miscanthus); Barberry (Berberis); Russian Sage (Perovskia).
How do I care for Hetz Blue Juniper?
Highly adaptable and easy to grow in most well-drained soils; avoid overly wet conditions. Water deeply, regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Once established, reduce frequency; tolerates mild drought. Apply fertilizer before new growth begins in spring. Prune annually to shape.
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