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

Reduce frequency but do not let dry out completely.

Fertilization

None.

Repotting

Not advised.

Pruning

Remove dead twigs; clean up interior clutter.

Wiring

Ideal time for structural wiring.

Bud Shoot Management

Done.

Pests Disease

Sanitize soil surface and remove leaf litter.

Winter Protection

Start wind protection prep and shelter planning.

Wound Management

Use cut paste if pruning.

Deadwood Carving

Very good window for carving.

Propagation

Not applicable.

Development

Step back—observe development areas for spring plan.

Display

Attractive phase for foliage contrast.

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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