Juniperus communis Gnom (Gnom Juniper)

Strong upright form does not need pruning

Blue berries persist most of the year

Strong branching does not flop under snow load

Foliage is grey-green and delicately textured

Dense and hardy

Grows about 3-4" per year

Delicately textured, gray-green foliage striped with silver makes this tough upright juniper outshine other conifers. Dense and exceptionally hardy. Stays narrow and keeps shape without flopping or splaying open. 'Gnom' only grows about 3-4" per year making it ideal for smaller landscape spots or containers. Easy to grow and does best in full sun.

Hardiness Zone 2-8

Height 10-12 ft
Spread 3-4 ft