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Moonglow Juniper Tree

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Your plants are guaranteed to arrive happy & healthy with our 1 Year Warranty. Your order will arrive healthy and stay healthy while they adapt to your climate. If your tree arrives damaged or dies within 30 days, we'll replace it for free. If it dies after 30 days, but before 1 year, we will replace it for just 50% of the current price.

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Is Now a Good Time to Plant?

Yes! Fall is one of the best times to plant!

Landscaping experts often recommend planting in fall instead of waiting until spring. Here’s why:

  • Cooler weather puts less stress on newly planted trees and shrubs.
  • Fall soil is still warm, which helps roots grow and get established.
  • Cooler temperatures mean less water is lost through the leaves, making it easier for plants to stay hydrated.
  • Even after top growth slows for winter, roots continue developing below ground.
  • Fall weather often brings more rain and less heat, making new plants easier to care for.
  • By spring, your plants already have a head start. Their established roots can support strong new leaves, branches, and flowers.
  • Trees planted in spring must establish their roots while also dealing with rising temperatures and summer heat.

Plant this fall, and your trees can spend the cooler months getting settled instead of waiting until spring to get started!

Planting your Moonglow Juniper Tree

Planting Instructions for Moonglow Juniper Tree

  1. Choosing the Right Location: Plant Moonglow Juniper in full sun to keep its dense shape and bright silvery-blue color. In shade, junipers tend to thin out and lose their color. Choose an open, sunny spot with good airflow, such as a property line, driveway, or open yard, with room for its mature size of 10 to 15 feet tall and 4 to 6 feet wide.
  2. Soil Preparation: Moonglow Juniper grows best in well-drained soil and handles poor, dry, or rocky ground well. Avoid overly wet or poorly drained sites, since soggy roots are one of the few things that can seriously harm this tough juniper. On heavy clay, plant on a slight mound to help water drain away.
  3. Planting: Dig a hole about twice as wide as the root ball and no deeper. Set the tree so the top of the root ball sits level with the surrounding soil, backfill, and firm gently. For a privacy screen, space trees about 4 to 5 feet apart, measured trunk to trunk. For individual accent trees, space them 6 to 8 feet apart.
  4. Mulching and First Watering: Water deeply after planting to settle the soil around the roots. Spread mulch around the base to conserve moisture and suppress weeds, keeping it a few inches away from the trunk. Refresh the mulch annually.

Care Instructions

  1. Watering: Water regularly during the first growing season to establish strong roots, letting the top of the soil dry between waterings. Once established, Moonglow is very drought tolerant and ideal for xeriscaping and low-water landscapes. Avoid overwatering, and water only during extended dry spells after the first year.
  2. Fertilizing: Moonglow Juniper needs little fertilizer. If growth seems slow or color looks pale, apply a light feeding of a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring. Too much fertilizer can cause soft, open growth, so less is better for this tough evergreen.
  3. Pest and Disease Monitoring: Watch for bagworms and spider mites in hot, dry weather, and hand-pick bagworm cases. Rocky Mountain junipers can host cedar-apple rust, which shows up as orange, gelatinous growths in wet spring weather; remove affected twigs if you see them. Good airflow and dry soil help keep problems away.

Maintenance and Long-Term Care

  1. Pruning: Moonglow naturally grows in a dense, upright, conical shape and rarely needs shaping. Prune lightly, only if needed, to shape it or remove damaged branches. Avoid cutting back into old, bare wood, because junipers generally do not regrow foliage from bare stems.
  2. Winter Care: Hardy in USDA zones 3 through 9, Moonglow stands up to cold, wind, and snow, and its silvery-blue foliage often looks even brighter in winter. Gently brush heavy snow off the branches to keep the upright form from splaying open.
  3. Growing in Containers: Moonglow can be grown in large containers on patios or rooftops. Use a sturdy pot with drainage holes and a gritty, well-draining mix, and water whenever the top couple of inches of soil feel dry. In the coldest zones, move potted trees to a sheltered spot for winter to protect the roots.

Additional Tips for Growing Moonglow Juniper Tree

  1. Growth Rate: Moonglow grows at a moderate rate, commonly around 1 foot per year once established. Full sun and regular watering in the first season help it reach its mature size sooner while keeping its tidy form.
  2. Deer Resistance: Moonglow Juniper is known to be deer resistant, since its prickly, aromatic foliage is generally unappealing to deer. Very hungry deer may still nibble young plants in harsh winters, so protect new plantings with netting or fencing if pressure is heavy.
What Customers say about the Moonglow Juniper Tree:

The Moonglow Juniper Tree thrives in Zones 3-9

Growing Zones for the Moonglow Juniper Tree

If you live in the green area above, we recommend the Moonglow Juniper Tree.

Your Growing Zone
Recommended Zones 3-9
Mature Height 10-15 ft.
Mature Width 4-6 ft.
Cannot Ship To AZ, OR, CA
Sunlight Full Sun
Botanical Name Juniperus scopulorum 'Moonglow'

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Moonglow juniper tree along a wooden fence with a mulch ring below.

Beware- not all Moonglow Junipers are the same.

Be sure to get superior evergreens, grown by experts.

Better Roots Make Stronger Plants: Some nurseries send you "bare root" evergreens to save on shipping. Even worse, others have started digging them right out of the ground before shipping. This causes major transplant shock and long-term damage. We send you Moonglow Junipers in soil-filled containers- ensuring a well-developed root system that will explode with growth!

Healthy Plants: We've seen other nurseries grow tall evergreens in tiny pots to save on shipping. This leads to a "root bound" tree, where the roots have outgrown their pot- they cannot absorb water and nutrients. They quickly dry out during shipment, leading to an unhealthy tree.

The Moonglow Juniper brings shimmering silvery-blue color and a dense, upright shape to screens and entryways.

  • Silvery-blue color all year, often brighter in winter
  • Upright privacy tree: 10-15 ft. tall and 4-6 ft. wide; plant 4-5 ft. apart for a screen
  • Deer resistant with prickly, aromatic foliage
  • Tough and low-water: very drought tolerant once established and hardy in zones 3-9

Not all plants are created equal

The Difference Is in the Roots

Every plant we ship has grown in a nursery container with its roots protected, so it arrives healthy, established and ready to thrive in your yard.

A full, branched Nationwide Plants tree in a nursery pot next to a thin bare-root tree with exposed roots Ours: container grown Theirs: bare root
Nationwide Plants Other Nurseries
How it's grown Grown in a nursery container, roots protected the whole time Pulled or dug from the field, tearing fragile roots
How it arrives Arrives in its pot with soil intact Arrives bare root, exposed and drying out
Before shipping Growing naturally until it ships Held dormant in a cooler, then shocked by a hot shipping box
Root health Strong, well-developed roots with room to grow Crammed into a small pot until it's root bound
Height Measured from the top of the soil Often includes the pot and roots
After planting Settles in quickly with less transplant shock Arrives stressed and can take years to recover, if it does

The height you see is the height you plant.

We measure every plant from the top of the soil, not the bottom of the pot. Many nurseries include the pot and roots, so a "5–6 ft." tree from them might stand only 4 ft. tall once it's planted.

Comparisons reflect common practices across the online plant industry, not any single company.

Honest Measurements: Some nurseries measure trees including the pot and roots, so their "4-5 ft." tree may only be about half that size when planted. We measure all of our plants from the soil line, so the height you see is what you can expect after planting.

From our nursery to your door

How We Ship Your Plants

Every order is hand-selected, watered and carefully packed so it arrives healthy and ready to plant. Here's what happens after you place your order.

  1. Hand-Picked for You

    Our team selects the best plant available for your order. For privacy trees, that's the tallest and fullest. For fruit trees, it's the best branched.

    Why it matters: Many online nurseries ship whatever is next in the row.

  2. A Deep Drink Before the Trip

    Every plant gets a thorough watering right before it's packed, so it starts the journey fully hydrated.

  3. Roots Sealed In

    We wrap the pot and roots in plastic to lock in moisture, so your plant has water to drink all the way to your door.

    Why it matters: Bare-root plants are often shipped with their roots exposed and drying out.

  4. Braced for the Ride

    Cardboard inserts are secured inside every box to hold your plant in place, so it won't slide, tip or get damaged in transit.

  5. Shipped Only by FedEx

    We ship your trees exclusively with FedEx. We've found they deliver the fastest and handle live plants the most gently.

And if anything goes wrong, every plant is backed by our 1 Year Warranty.

Healthy Roots Make a Huge Difference

  • Never buy bare-root plants. These trees are starved of nutrients, and have a low survival rate.
  • Beware of nurseries cut corners by growing in small pots. These "rootbound" plants are weak, struggle to absorb nutrients, and die quickly after planting.
  • Some nurseries try to sell oversized plants, but chop off vital roots so they can cram the rootball into a narrow box to save on shipping!

You Want Moonglow Junipers Grown by Experts

Some nurseries ship tall but skinny junipers that were grown in tiny pots to save money. These "root bound" trees struggle after planting and take much longer to fill in your privacy screen.

Nationwide Plants only sends you strong Moonglow Junipers, selected and cared for by our plant experts, with healthy, developed root systems. That means they settle in quickly and start building your silvery-blue screen sooner.

How many Moonglow Juniper Tree do I need?

Plan your privacy screen in three quick steps.

2What look do you want?
3How far apart will you plant them?

Enter your length to see how many trees you need.
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The best online plant purchase ever!

I was so shocked when I opened the box and saw my moonlight juniper tree. Not only was the tree very healthy it was bigger than I expected and it smelt amazing. It’s been in the ground over a week and appears to be thriving. I will definitely be ordering again.

Read more about the Moonglow Juniper Tree

Moonglow Juniper Tree: Silvery-Blue Elegance. Evergreen Privacy. Effortless Beauty.

A Dazzling, Low-Maintenance Tree That Shines in Every Season

The Moonglow Juniper Tree (Juniperus scopulorum ‘Moonglow’) brings a striking touch of silvery-blue to your landscape—year-round. With its shimmering foliage, naturally conical shape, and rugged adaptability, it’s the ideal choice for elegant privacy screens, windbreaks, or standout specimen planting.

Key Features of Moonglow Juniper:

  • Silvery-blue evergreen color that glows in every season
  • Naturally dense, upright shape—perfect for screens or accent planting
  • Resilient to drought, wind, and cold weather
  • Requires minimal care once established
  • A sculptural, vertical statement in gardens large or small

Best Garden Uses

  • Privacy screens along property lines
  • Windbreaks for open yards or farms
  • Entryway accents or driveway framing
  • Vertical interest in foundation plantings
  • Large containers on patios or urban rooftops

Add Silvery Drama to Your Landscape – Reserve Yours Today 

Whether you're crafting a serene privacy screen or making a sculptural statement, the Moonglow Juniper brings brilliance and resilience to your garden. Order now to enjoy fast shipping and year-round color that never fades.

Frequently Asked Questions about the Moonglow Juniper Tree

How big does a Moonglow Juniper get?

A Moonglow Juniper typically grows 10 to 15 feet tall and 4 to 6 feet wide. Its upright, naturally conical shape makes it a great vertical accent for entryways and foundation plantings, and it works well in rows for privacy screens or windbreaks without taking up much yard space.

What zones does Moonglow Juniper grow in?

Moonglow Juniper grows in USDA hardiness zones 3 through 9. It is tough against cold, wind, and drought, which makes it a reliable evergreen for everything from harsh northern winters to hot, dry summers. Its silvery-blue foliage keeps its color year-round and often looks even brighter in winter.

How far apart should I plant Moonglow Junipers for a privacy screen?

For a privacy screen, plant Moonglow Junipers about 4 to 5 feet apart, measured trunk to trunk. Because each tree matures around 4 to 6 feet wide, this spacing lets the branches meet and form a continuous silvery-blue wall. For individual accent trees, space them 6 to 8 feet apart.

How fast does Moonglow Juniper grow?

Moonglow Juniper grows at a moderate rate, commonly around 1 foot per year once established. It keeps a dense, tidy form as it grows, so it rarely needs shaping. Watering regularly during the first season and planting in full sun help it establish quickly and reach its mature size sooner.

Does Moonglow Juniper need full sun?

Yes, Moonglow Juniper needs full sun to keep its dense shape and bright silvery-blue color. In shade, junipers tend to thin out and lose their color. Choose an open, sunny location with good airflow, such as along a property line, driveway, or open yard.

Is Moonglow Juniper deer resistant?

Yes, Moonglow Juniper is known to be deer resistant, making it a good choice for yards where deer browse other shrubs. Its prickly, aromatic foliage is generally unappealing to deer. Very hungry deer may still nibble young plants in harsh winters, so protect new plantings if pressure is heavy.

How much water does a Moonglow Juniper need?

Water a Moonglow Juniper regularly during its first growing season to establish strong roots. Once established, it is very drought tolerant and ideal for xeriscaping and low-water landscapes. Avoid overwatering and poorly drained soil, since soggy roots are one of the few things that can seriously harm this tough juniper.

Does Moonglow Juniper need pruning?

Moonglow Juniper needs little pruning because it naturally grows in a dense, upright, conical shape. Prune lightly, only if needed, to shape it or remove damaged branches. Avoid cutting back into old, bare wood, because junipers generally do not regrow foliage from bare stems.

What soil is best for Moonglow Juniper?

Moonglow Juniper grows best in well-drained soil and handles poor, dry, or rocky ground well. Avoid overly wet or poorly drained sites. Mulch around the base each year to conserve moisture and suppress weeds, keeping the mulch a few inches away from the trunk.

Can Nationwide Plants ship a Moonglow Juniper to my state?

Moonglow Juniper cannot be shipped to Arizona, Oregon, or California because of state shipping restrictions. Customers in other states can choose from several sizes, from 2 and 3 gallon containers to trees ranging from 1-2 ft. up to 4-5 ft. tall.
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