Compact, fast to moderately growing evergreen conifer with a broad, arching and vase-shaped habit. It forms a dense, fountain-like shrub over time, with gracefully spreading branches that often curve outward and slightly droop at the tips. The foliage is composed of fine, scale-like needles in a bright mint-green to rich green color, maintaining a fresh appearance throughout the year.
Its color remains consistently green, with a slightly brighter tone in full sun and a softer, deeper green in partial shade. Compared to more upright junipers, ‘Mint Julep’ is valued for its flowing, fountain-like structure and soft, textured appearance.
It performs best in full sun and well-drained soil. Once established, it is highly drought-tolerant and very adaptable. It is widely used in foundation plantings, hedges, slopes, mass plantings, and as a soft architectural accent in mixed landscapes.
| Sunshine | Partial-shade, Sunny |
| Height | 1 to 3m |
| Width | 1 to 3m |
| Hardiness zone | 4a, 4b |
| Location | Border, Flooring, Flowerbed, Solid |
| Cut flower | Non |
| Fragrant flower | Non |
| Attracts birds | Non |
| Attracts butterflies | Non |
| Edible | Non |
| Soil Type | Moderately dry / well-drained soil |
| Environmental conditions | High drought resistance, Moderate pollution resistance, Moderate salt resistance |
| Foliage | Green |