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

Continue steady organic feeding.

Repotting

Avoid unless it is an emergency.

Pruning

Refinement pass to keep tips tight and slow growth.

Wiring

Check and loosen any wire that is starting to bite.

Bud Shoot Management

Keep pinching; remove shoots shading inner branches.

Pests Disease

Watch for mites as it warms.

Summer Protection

Begin thinking about afternoon shade for the pot.

Wound Management

Avoid fresh cuts.

Deadwood Carving

Not recommended.

Propagation

Prepare for summer softwood cuttings.

Development

Let the tree gain strength after spring work.

Display

Fine for short periods.

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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