Rocky Mountain Juniper 'Skyrocket'

An ornamental upright juniper conifer tree, popular for its evergreen steel blue foliage and elegant column shape. The needles are pressed close against the branches, giving vertically held, coarse looking sprays. It is the narrowest, most 'pencil like' of all columnar conifers, making it very useful for landscaping or as a screening tree in small town or city gardens.

Edible small blue berries, traditionally used as a flavouring for meats, alcohols etc. Also has a history of being used medicinally.

It is easy to grow and likes most soil types, it prefers full sun and does not tolerate soggy ground. Ultimate height 3m and spread 60cm.