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Grey Owl Juniper

Juniperus virginiana 'Grey Owl'

Category: Evergreen Shrub • Juniper

Discover the Grey Owl Juniper, a drought-tolerant plant with attractive foliage, ideal for screening and foundation planting.

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Mature Height: 2-3 feet

Mature Width: 3-4 feet

Light: Sun

Zone: Zones 3-9

Maintenance: Low

Growth Rate: Moderate

Season of Interest: Multi-season

Foliage: Evergreen

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Josh Graber

Owner and Landscape Designer · Kansas State University · 25+ Years Experience

B.S. in Horticulture and Landscape Design – Kansas State University

25+ years of industry experience

Description

Grey Owl Juniper is a low-growing, spreading evergreen shrub known for its attractive silvery-blue foliage. It is drought-tolerant and provides excellent ground cover.

Ideal Conditions

Thrives in full sun to partial shade. Prefers well-drained soil and is drought-tolerant once established.

Soil Preferences

Requires good drainage and can adapt to various soil types. Prefers slightly acidic to neutral pH.

Sun Needs

Sun

Landscape Guidance

Landscape Use

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Special Features

Attractive blue-green foliagedrought-resistant

Wildlife Value

Attracts birds and provides habitat.

Resistance / Tolerance

Drought tolerant.

Notes from Our Designer

Great for low-maintenance landscapes and can provide year-round interest. Works well in rocky or sandy areas.

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