Bluestem Joint Fir
Bluestem joint fir is an extremely drought tolerant shrub that does not need any water after it has become established. It looks almost the same in summer and winter.
It has tiny leaves, so the branches are its most ornamental feature, growing upright and narrow. Insignificant tiny yellow flowers are followed by orange-red berries in late summer on mature plants.
Rather than evergreen, it is "ever-blue-green," which makes it an exceptional plant for winter interest.
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Bluestem Joint Fir
Bluestem joint fir is an extremely drought tolerant shrub that does not need any water after it has become established. It looks almost the same in summer and winter.
It has tiny leaves, so the branches are its most ornamental feature, growing upright and narrow. Insignificant tiny yellow flowers are followed by orange-red berries in late summer on mature plants.
Rather than evergreen, it is "ever-blue-green," which makes it an exceptional plant for winter interest.
Plant details
Botanic Name
Ephedra equisetina
Pronunciation
eh-FED-ruh ek-wih-seh-TEE-nah
Mature Height
4 to 6 ft.
Mature Spread
3 to 8 ft.
Water usage
Water Usage
One Droplet: Water twice per month or less, once established.
Two Droplets: Water about once per week, once established.
Three Droplets: Water about twice per week, once established.
Flower Color
yellow
Bloom time
NA
Colorado Native
No
Natural Habitat
China
Light Requirements
sun, part shade
Cold Hardiness
USDA zones 4-9
Elevation Limit
hardy to 7,000 ft.
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