Juniperus scopulorum 'Blue Arrow' – Slim, Silvery-Blue Elegance for Year-Round Impact
Juniperus scopulorum 'Blue Arrow' is a standout columnar conifer offering a sleek, vertical accent with shimmering blue-grey foliage. Supplied in a 4 litre pot, this smaller specimen is perfect for containers, narrow borders, or adding evergreen interest to compact spaces. Its tidy, pencil-thin form is naturally upright, requiring virtually no pruning to maintain its elegant silhouette.
Ideal for modern gardens, gravel beds, or as a vertical foil among softer textures, ‘Blue Arrow’ is both hardy and low maintenance. It thrives in full sun and well-drained soils, making it a versatile and resilient choice for structure and colour throughout the year.
Key Features
Foliage: Striking silvery-blue needles held close to upright stems
Ultimate Height: 1.5 - 2.5m
Ultimate Spread: 0.1 - 0.5m
Form: Naturally narrow and columnar – ideal for tight spaces
Evergreen: Provides winter structure and year-round interest
Growth Rate: Slow-growing and compact; keeps its shape beautifully
Perfect Plant Combinations
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Festuca glauca ‘Elijah Blue’ – textural contrast with matching hues
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Lavandula ‘Munstead’ – fragrance and softness at the base
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Echinacea ‘White Swan’ – bright flowers against cool blue tones
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Pittosporum ‘Silver Ball’ – rounded evergreen pairing
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Sedum ‘Matrona’ – adds bold, seasonal interest nearby
Ideal For
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Container planting and patio accents
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Narrow beds and small urban gardens
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Contemporary or Mediterranean designs
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Evergreen structure in low-maintenance schemes
Growing Conditions
Position: Full sun for best colour and growth
Soil: Well-drained soil; drought-tolerant once established
Hardiness: Fully hardy in the UK
Maintenance: Requires little to no pruning
Why Choose Juniperus 'Blue Arrow' (4L Pot)?
- Compact, upright form for small spaces or pots
- tunning blue foliage that lasts year-round
- Very low maintenance and resilient
- Perfect for adding height and structure without bulk
Juniperus 'Blue Arrow' in a 4L pot is a smart, space-saving solution for adding evergreen elegance to gardens and patios – beautifully architectural with colour that never fades.