Botanical Name: Juniperus scopulorum ‘Skyrocket’
Juniper ‘Skyrocket’ is a striking evergreen conifer with attractive silvery blue-green foliage that brings year-round colour and architectural interest to the garden. Its sophisticated appearance suits contemporary, formal, Mediterranean-inspired, and minimalist landscapes.
Key Features
• Naturally very narrow, upright growth – ideal where garden space is limited
• Excellent for lining driveways, pathways and property boundaries
• Creates a strong vertical accent without the width of traditional screening plants
• Can be planted in pairs to frame entrances and gateways
• Cold and frost tolerant once established
• Low maintenance with minimal pruning required
Pet-friendly: No. Juniper plants are not recommended as pet-friendly plants. Ingestion of plant material may cause digestive upset in cats and dogs, so it is best to prevent pets from chewing or eating the foliage or berries.
Size Available
• Height: Approximately 80-90cm
• Pot Size: 200mm
• Mature Size: Approximately 4–6m tall × 50cm–1m wide
Care Guide
1. Lighting: Plant in full sun for the best dense growth and foliage colour. Aim for at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day. It can tolerate some light shade, but excessive shade may result in less dense growth.
2. Watering: Water deeply 2–3 times per week during the first few months after planting, adjusting according to rainfall and soil moisture. Once established, Juniper ‘Skyrocket’ is relatively drought tolerant and generally requires watering only during extended hot and dry periods. Allow the soil to begin drying between watering and avoid constantly wet conditions.
3. Soil: Prefers well-drained soil and adapts to a range of soil types, including sandy and moderately poor soils. Excellent drainage is important, as junipers can struggle in consistently wet or waterlogged ground. Improve drainage before planting in heavy clay soils.
4. Fertilising: Apply a balanced slow-release fertiliser suitable for trees and shrubs in early spring to support healthy new growth. Established plants generally require minimal feeding. Avoid excessive fertiliser, which can encourage soft, weak growth.
5. Pruning: Very little pruning is required due to its naturally narrow, upright form. Lightly trim stray or uneven growth as needed to maintain a neat appearance. Avoid heavy pruning into old, bare wood, as junipers may not readily produce new growth from these areas.
