An extremely narrow, pencil-thin juniper with silvery blue-grey foliage forming a tall vertical spire. Perfect for tight spaces, formal accents and slim screens.
At a glance
- Plant type: Tree
- Mature size: 5 m H × 70 cm W
- Aspect: full sun
- Water: happy on low water
- Frost: hardy
- Maintenance: low maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Skyrocket Juniper
Botanically, Juniperus scopulorum 'Skyrocket' is a moderate-growing tree in the Cupressaceae family. It reaches around 5 m tall and 70 cm wide at maturity, with evergreen and silver-grey foliage.
Where to grow Skyrocket Juniper
Skyrocket Juniper suits Mediterranean, warm-temperate and cool-temperate climates and grows best in full sun. It is frost hardy and shrugs off cold winters. It also tolerates salt-laden coastal winds and is a genuinely water-wise choice.
Soil & planting
Skyrocket Juniper does best in free-draining and sandy soil. Dig in plenty of compost before planting, water in well, and mulch to keep roots cool. For a screen, space plants about 50 cm apart.
Watering & feeding
Skyrocket Juniper performs well with relatively little water once established. A light spring feed is usually enough to maintain steady growth. New plantings need closer moisture checks in hot or windy weather, with watering tapered once strong new growth appears.
Pruning & care
Tip-prune Skyrocket Juniper in spring to maintain a dense, shapely habit. It clips well, so trim two or three times a year for a formal finish. Expect a low maintenance care workload once it is established.
Using Skyrocket Juniper in the garden
Skyrocket Juniper earns its place for a feature or specimen planting, a fast screen or informal hedge and pots and courtyard containers. It is equally at home in the ground or a large pot on a balcony or courtyard.
Companion planting & design
For easier irrigation and care, group Skyrocket Juniper with species that also favour happy on low water and Mediterranean climate. Leave enough room for the mature spread so neighbouring plants are not crowded out.
Good to know
It is regarded as non-toxic and pet-safe.
Buying Skyrocket Juniper
Plant Sale lists Skyrocket Juniper as potted plants and advanced specimens. Catalogue forms are planning guidance until the Plant Sale team confirms live availability.
