Seasonal calendar · Juniperus horizontalis 'Blue Chip'

Creeping 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

Begin reducing watering slightly if temps drop.

Fertilization

Resume light feeding if growth recommences.

Pruning

Begin gentle thinning for shape correction.

Wiring

Final chance for summer adjustments before hardening.

Bud Shoot Management

Balance shoot vigor.

Pests Disease

Treat any lingering pests; watch for spider mites resurgence.

Summer Protection

Reduce if nighttime temps fall.

Wound Management

Safe to prune again if temps stabilize.

Deadwood Carving

Resume if needed.

Propagation

Take semi-hardwood cuttings.

Development

Resume minor styling and cleanup.

Display

Safe for public view if conditions allow.

Paths onward

This speciesCreeping 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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