Seasonal calendar · Chamaecyparis pisifera 'Boulevard'

Sawara 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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Watering

Increase as growth begins; keep evenly moist.

Fertilization

Start balanced feeding as buds break.

Repotting

Best done before buds swell (Early to Mid Spring).

Pruning

Pinch new growth to maintain shape; avoid heavy cuts.

Wiring

Can wire during active growth, monitor tightness.

Bud Shoot Management

Pinch soft growth tips for density.

Pests Disease

Watch for spider mites and root rot.

Wound Management

Seal major cuts; avoid heavy work in Late Spring.

Deadwood Carving

Light carving possible; avoid wet wood.

Propagation

Semi-hardwood cuttings possible by Late Spring.

Development

Focus on branch direction and silhouette.

Paths onward

This speciesSawara 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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