Botanical Name: Juniperus scopulorum 'Gray Gleam'
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Common Name: Gray Gleam Juniper  
Plant photo of: Juniperus scopulorum 'Gray Gleam'
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  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Plant Type

Shrub

 

Height Range

3-6', 6-12', 12-25'

 

Flower Color

n/a

 

Flower Season

n/a

 

Leaf Color

Blue Green, Grey Green, Silver

 

Bark Color

Grey

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

 

Water

Low

 

Growth Rate

Slow

 

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

 

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Poor, Well-drained, Moist

 

Soil pH

Acid, Neutral, Basic

 

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

English Cottage, Formal, Japanese, Mediterranean, Woodland

 

Accenting Features

Fragrance, Silhouette, Specimen, Unusual Foliage

 

Seasonal Interest

Winter

 

Location Uses

Background, Entry, Shrub Border, Foundation, Patio, Park, Swimming Pool

 

Special Uses

Hedge, Screen, Topiary

 

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Information by: Stephanie Duer
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  • Description

  • Notes

Gray Gleam Juniper is a slow growing evergreen shrub. It can take 30-40 years to attain full height of 15 feet tall and 7 feet wide. Dense, silvery blue-gray foliage stands out against a dark background; intensifies in color in the winter.
Grow in any soil that is well draining, including sandy, gravelly, or clay soils, but they must be well draining. Best growth in full sun. Once established, it tolerates dry soils and heat. Avoid shearing, as that will made the juniper woody and stiff; instead, prune selectively if necessary (see Guides).