Seasonal calendar · Juniperus chinensis 'Kishu Shimpaku'

Chinese Juniper

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

Filter by concern

Watering

Daily watering may be needed; avoid water stress.

Fertilization

Shift to high-nitrogen fertilizer if in development phase.

Pruning

Avoid heavy pruning; pinch to manage growth.

Wiring

Check wire tension weekly as growth surges.

Bud Shoot Management

Pinch to maintain interior growth light exposure.

Pests Disease

Watch for spider mites, especially during dry spells.

Summer Protection

Provide shade during extreme heat to reduce stress.

Wound Management

Do not carve in heat; heal time is slower.

Development

Let grow if in development; refine otherwise.

Paths onward

This speciesChinese JuniperBack 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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