Juniperus chinensis 'blue alps'

Juniperus chinensis ‘blue alps’

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Description

Quick Facts
  • Common Name: Blue Alps Chinese Juniper, Blue Alps Juniper
  • Botanical Name: Juniperus chinensis ‘Blue Alps’
  • Plant Type: Evergreen conifer shrub
  • Mature Height: 1.2-1.5m
  • Mature Spread: 1.5-2m
  • Flowering Period: Insignificant flowers, grown for foliage
  • Flower Colour: N/A
  • Foliage: Blue-green to silver-blue, needle and scale-like
  • Hardiness: RHS H7 (very hardy)
  • Soil Requirements: Well-drained, tolerates poor soils
  • Aspect: Full sun to partial shade
  • Maintenance: Very low
Description
Discover the serene beauty of Juniperus chinensis ‘Blue Alps’, a magnificent evergreen that brings the tranquil essence of mountain landscapes to Irish gardens with its stunning blue-silver foliage and graceful, spreading habit. This exceptional cultivar captures the spirit of alpine meadows, creating a sense of peaceful elegance that transforms ordinary spaces into extraordinary garden sanctuaries.
The distinctive blue-green needles shimmer with silver undertones, creating an ever-changing tapestry of colour that dances in Ireland’s gentle light. The compact, spreading growth habit forms elegant mounds of textural interest, whilst the mixed juvenile and mature foliage adds depth and character that evolves beautifully throughout the seasons, maintaining its captivating colour even through the darkest winter months.
Named for its resemblance to the pristine beauty of alpine regions, ‘Blue Alps’ brings remarkable resilience and adaptability to Irish conditions. This hardy treasure thrives in our changeable climate, asking for little care yet rewarding gardeners with year-round structure and colour that anchors garden compositions with quiet sophistication and enduring appeal.
Create stunning contrasts by pairing this blue-toned beauty with golden-leaved companions such as golden privet or yellow-flowered heathers, or embrace a cool palette alongside silver artemisia and purple-leaved heucheras. Magnificent in rockeries, as foundation planting, or grouped for dramatic impact where its architectural presence and soothing colour palette will bring harmony and tranquillity to your Irish garden retreat.
Caragh Garden Notebook
Planting: Space plants 1.5-2m apart to accommodate mature spread. Dig holes twice the width of the root ball in well-drained soil. Plant at the same depth as in the container, ensuring good soil contact around roots. Water thoroughly after planting and apply organic mulch, keeping clear of the main stem.
Soil Preparation: Thrives in well-drained soils from sandy to clay, tolerating poor, alkaline, and acidic conditions. Avoid waterlogged sites which can cause root rot. pH range 5.5-8.0 is suitable. In heavy clay soils, incorporate horticultural grit or sharp sand to improve drainage.
Container Growing: Excellent for containers using quality, free-draining compost with added grit. Choose pots minimum 50cm diameter for long-term growing. Water regularly during growing season but reduce in winter. Protect containers from severe frost by wrapping or moving to sheltered locations.
Seasonal Care: Minimal pruning required – remove any dead, damaged, or wayward branches in late spring. Avoid heavy pruning as junipers don’t regenerate from old wood. Apply slow-release evergreen fertiliser in early spring. Mulch annually with organic matter to retain moisture and suppress weeds.
Propagation: Take semi-hardwood cuttings in late summer, though success rates vary. Layer low-growing branches in spring for more reliable propagation. Maintain consistent moisture and patience as rooting can take 12-18 months.

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