{"product_id":"shrub-juniperus-squamata-blue-star-juniper-4-inch","title":"Shrub - Juniperus squamata 'Blue Star Juniper' (4 inch)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJuniperus squamata 'Blue Star Juniper'\u003c\/strong\u003e is a compact, evergreen shrub admired for its striking silver-blue foliage and dense, mounding growth habit. This low-maintenance plant is ideal for rock gardens, borders, and container plantings, providing color and texture to the landscape year-round.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grows to a height of 1-2 feet and spreads about 2-3 feet wide.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSun Exposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prefers full sun, requiring at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Needs low to moderate watering; prefers well-drained soil and is highly drought-tolerant once established.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hardy in USDA zones 4-8.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grown primarily for its foliage; produces inconspicuous flowers and small, bluish berries.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePruning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Minimal pruning required; trim lightly in early spring if shaping is desired.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Plant:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Choose a sunny, well-drained location, such as a rock garden or border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Preparation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ensure soil drains well; amend with sand or grit if necessary, as junipers do not tolerate wet roots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dig a hole the same depth as the root ball and twice as wide. Place the plant in the hole, ensuring the top of the root ball is level with the soil surface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Space plants 2-3 feet apart to allow room for spreading.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water thoroughly after planting, then water sparingly once established.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFun Fact:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eJuniperus squamata 'Blue Star'\u003c\/strong\u003e is prized for its unique silvery-blue needles, which intensify in color during cooler weather. Its hardy, drought-tolerant nature and compact size make it a favorite for low-maintenance, water-wise landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Curbside Nursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45036867584136,"sku":null,"price":4.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0363\/8260\/5448\/files\/DCA8DBD0-7B98-4464-976B-B5D3B6466A04.png?v=1735584892","url":"https:\/\/curbsidenursery.com\/products\/shrub-juniperus-squamata-blue-star-juniper-4-inch","provider":"Curbside Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}