The best time to start harvesting the fruits from Juniperus squamata 'Blue Star' is in late summer or early fall, typically between August and October.
singleseed juniper
Juniperus squamata 'Blue Star'
Also Known As - Singleseed Juniper,Blue Star juniperSingleseed Juniper is a true evergreen plant with an eye-catching star-shaped form and blue foliage. A low-maintenance shrub, it is a favorite of gardeners. Growing up to 5 feet in height and 5 feet in width, its graceful, blue-green foliage with a silvery hue provides a nice contrast against its reddish-brown trunk or stems. The dwarf type is perfect for rock gardens, while larger sizes are suitable for foundation or border plantings. This shrub prefers full sun and has moderate water needs, making it an easy to care for low-water plant. Low maintenance and attractive, Singleseed Juniper is an easy to manage, drought tolerant shrub that adds unique color and texture to any landscape.
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Cutting,Layering Propagation,Grafting Propagation,Seed Propagation,Division
Hardiness Zone:
4
Flowers:
No flowers, Brown, Green Flowers In Spring
Sun:
Full sun, Part sun/part shade
Soil:
Rocky , gravelly , dry, Well-drained
Fruits:
blue Fruits In Autumn Ready In Fall
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
silver
Growth Rate:
Low
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Thorny:
Yes
Care Level:
Moderate
watering
Water the Blue Star Juniper deeply and thoroughly once a week during its growing season, which is spring and summer. In dry, hot climates, increase watering frequency to twice or 3 times a week. During the winter months, water this plant only enough to keep the soil from drying out completely. Allow the top inch of soil to dry out between waterings. If your Blue Star Juniper is in a container, check soil weekly for moisture and water when the top inch is dry. To ensure optimal growing conditions, it is recommended that this juniper be planted in well-draining soil in a sunny location.
sunlight
Singleseed Juniper (Juniperus squamata 'Blue Star') require full sun to thrive, meaning it should be positioned in an area that receives at least 6 hours of direct sunlight each day. It is best to plant in a location that receives several hours of morning sunlight, late afternoon sunlight, and a few hours of mid-day sun. Avoid planting in a location that does not get any direct sunlight, as this could lead to stunted growth or pest infestation.
pruning
Singleseed juniper, also known as Juniperus squamata 'Blue Star', is a low-maintenance, evergreen shrub that can grow up to 5 feet tall. Pruning should be done to maintain the shape and size of the shrub. Pruning should be done when the shrub is actively growing, which is usually in the spring or late summer. Pruning should be done to remove any dead, diseased, or damaged branches and stems. It is best to prune only the ends of branches to maintain the shape of the shrub. If the shrub is getting too large or out of shape, more drastic pruning can be done. Pruning in late summer will help promote better winter cold hardiness.
Season
Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Harvest Fruit
Starts Flowering
Singleseed juniper typically begins flowering in April.
Harvest Fruit
The best time to start harvesting the fruits from Juniperus squamata 'Blue Star' is in late summer or early fall, typically between August and October.
