Seasonal calendar · Chamaecyparis obtusa

Hinoki Cypress

The year for this species, phase by phase — what to watch and what to do as the season turns.

  • Late Dormancy02-15–03-10
  • Early Spring03-11–04-15
  • Mid Spring04-16–05-10
  • Late Spring05-11–05-31
  • Early Summer06-01–06-30
  • Mid Summer07-01–08-10
  • Late Summer08-11–08-31
  • Early Fall09-01–09-30
  • Mid Fall10-01–10-31
  • Late Fall11-01–11-15
  • Early Winter11-16–12-31
  • Mid Winter01-01–01-31
  • Late Winter02-01–02-14

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Fertilization

None.

Repotting

Not safe.

Pruning

Not advised.

Wiring

None.

Pests Disease

Check for fungal issues in wet weather; keep airflow.

Winter Protection

Keep out of icy wind; don't let the pot sit in standing water.

Wound Management

Avoid fresh wounds.

Deadwood Carving

Good indoor work time.

Development

Let the tree rest.

Display

Brief indoor display only.

Paths onward

This speciesHinoki CypressBack to the folio — care sheet and year-wheel.The yearThe CalendarAll thirteen phases across every species at once.ReferenceThe Species LibraryA folio for every species the garden knows.
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