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

Filter by concern

Watering

Minimal, water only when soil is fully dry. Avoid saturation.

Repotting

Ideal window opens toward end of this phase, just before new root activity.

Pruning

Remove any obviously dead growth from previous season.

Wiring

Wiring possible on lignified branches; sap is dormant.

Pests Disease

Monitor for overwintering pests like spider mites or scale.

Winter Protection

Ensure tree is protected from deep frost; mulch or cold frame for insulation.

Wound Management

Old wounds can be cleaned and sealed; good time due to low pathogen activity.

Deadwood Carving

Excellent time for carving due to sap dormancy.

Development

No active development, but a planning period for upcoming season.

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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