Seasonal calendar · Juniperus procumbens

Procumbens Juniper Nana

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

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Watering

Begin increasing as temperatures rise; don’t allow roots to dry completely.

Fertilization

Begin light fertilization toward the end of this phase (low nitrogen).

Repotting

Primary repotting window for healthy trees before root growth accelerates.

Pruning

Structural pruning can begin before strong new growth.

Wiring

Wiring continues; check for swelling from earlier wiring.

Pests Disease

Watch for aphids or fungal spores as moisture and temperatures increase.

Winter Protection

Start reducing any winter protection layers.

Wound Management

Seal large cuts to prevent early fungal infections.

Deadwood Carving

Fine for dry woodwork; use lime sulfur for jin/shari.

Propagation

Take hardwood cuttings early in this window.

Development

Begins slowly; focus on structural refinement.

Paths onward

This speciesProcumbens Juniper NanaBack 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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