Gray Gleam Juniper
Gray Gleam juniper is an upright, pyramid-shaped evergreen tree. It has silvery-gray scales (needles) with a dense branching habit.
Developed from the native species of Rocky Mountain juniper, gray gleam juniper was selected for its more compact growth habit and slower growth rate. It can be a good choice when screening or wind protection is needed.
It is an excellent option for an extremely drought-tolerant, low-maintenance evergreen tree.
Junipers are not recommended for homes with wildfire risk.
Gray Gleam Juniper
Gray Gleam juniper is an upright, pyramid-shaped evergreen tree. It has silvery-gray scales (needles) with a dense branching habit.
Developed from the native species of Rocky Mountain juniper, gray gleam juniper was selected for its more compact growth habit and slower growth rate. It can be a good choice when screening or wind protection is needed.
It is an excellent option for an extremely drought-tolerant, low-maintenance evergreen tree.
Junipers are not recommended for homes with wildfire risk.
Plant details
Botanic Name
Juniperus scopulorum 'Gray Gleam'
Pronunciation
jew-NIP-er-us skop-oo-LOR-um
Mature Height
12 to 15 ft.
Mature Spread
5 to 7 ft.
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
negligible
Bloom time
inconspicuous
Colorado Native
Yes
Natural Habitat
species is native to Rocky Mountains
Light Requirements
sun
Cold Hardiness
USDA zones 3-7
Elevation Limit
hardy to 8,500 ft.
Performance
This is a good slow-growing, small evergreen tree for use in the Colorado Springs area.
Deer like to browse the lower branches, which makes the bottom narrower than the top. Protection from deer is important, especially for the lower branches.
Maintenance
No maintenance is usually required for these trees. Do not prune back to bare wood (all junipers require little to no pruning).