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 continues; keep evenly moist.

Fertilization

Continue balanced fertilizer every 2 weeks.

Repotting

Only if absolutely necessary; roots now active.

Pruning

Pinch and trim back strong shoots.

Wiring

Continue, but monitor for wire bite.

Bud Shoot Management

Focus on shoot density and apex control.

Pests Disease

Mites and root rot still risks—monitor soil moisture.

Wound Management

Apply cut paste if pruning; avoid large wounds.

Deadwood Carving

OK, but not ideal.

Propagation

Begin prepping material for summer cuttings.

Development

Begin guiding pads and secondary branches.

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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