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

Reduce frequency, especially with rain.

Fertilization

Final feeding of the year early in this phase.

Pruning

Deadwood and cleaning only—avoid pushing growth.

Wiring

Ideal time to wire lignified branches.

Pests Disease

Inspect before winter dormancy—treat any pests.

Winter Protection

Set up wintering structures or mulch bed.

Wound Management

Cooler temps are good for wound sealing.

Deadwood Carving

Good period for stable work.

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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