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

Moderate; increase with rising temperatures.

Fertilization

Balanced fertilizer every two weeks.

Repotting

Finish up any late transplants quickly.

Pruning

Clean out unwanted shoots; minor refinement cuts.

Wiring

Monitor for swelling and reapply as needed.

Bud Shoot Management

Pinch strong runners to encourage interior growth.

Pests Disease

Inspect foliage closely; begin pest prevention regimen.

Winter Protection

Remove cold frames, expose gradually.

Wound Management

Heals quickly now; light dressing optional.

Deadwood Carving

Continue jin/shari while wood is still dry.

Propagation

Best time for cuttings in humid conditions.

Development

Strong structural work or branch setting.

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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