Folio № 19 of 37 · in the garden since 2024
Creeping Juniper
Juniperus horizontalis 'Blue Chip'
Prostrate conifer used in cascades and mats; tolerant of pruning and shaping.
The year, as this species lives it
Thirteen phases. Touch any arc — the wheel remembers what each season asks.
Late Fall · Nov 1 – Nov 15 · happening now
- Light watering only, especially on cool overcast days.
- Avoid unless necessary.
- Final chance to apply wire before cold sets in.
- Last chance to apply dormant spray.
- Move to protected position if in exposed location.
- Avoid major wounding.
- Not ideal.
- Dormancy preparation.
- Consider moving indoors before frost if displaying.
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The care sheet
The constants — what stays true in every season.
Full sun
Thrives in open exposure; avoid dense shade.
Moderate
Avoid overwatering; use well-draining mix.
Balanced
Use mild fertilizer to avoid excessive shoot growth.
Structural in early spring, maintenance mid-season
Maintain silhouette by pinching tips.
Spring or Autumn
Branches set slowly - longer wiring period needed.
Every 3-5 years
Use coarse soil to maintain drainage.
Cuttings or seed
Cuttings take well in summer with bottom heat.
Hardy; shelter from drying winds.
Provide airflow to avoid fungal issues.
On the bench · 1
Every Creeping Juniper in the garden, oldest hands first.
