Blue Chip Juniper
Juniperus horizontalis
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Watering
Increase frequency as foliage becomes more active.
Fertilization
Feed every two weeks with low-nitrogen bonsai fertilizer.
Repotting
Complete any remaining transplants before root stress sets in.
Pruning
Begin light tip pruning for refinement.
Wiring
Continue wiring secondary branches; monitor for bite.
Bud Shoot Management
Pinch overly vigorous terminal shoots.
Pests Disease
Watch for aphids, rust, and juniper scale.
Wound Management
Seal fresh cuts to prevent dieback.
Deadwood Carving
Use lime sulfur after carving to bleach and preserve.
Propagation
Still viable to strike cuttings with rooting hormone.
Development
Emphasize pad spacing and branch refinement.
Display
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