Folio № 19 of 36 · in the garden since 2024
Himalayan Juniper
Juniperus squamata 'Blue Star'
Striking silvery-blue foliage; vigorous with compact form; ideal for rugged deadwood styles.
The year, as this species lives it
Thirteen phases. Touch any arc — the wheel remembers what each season asks.
Early Fall · Sep 1 – Sep 30 · happening now
- Reduce frequency slightly with cooler temperatures, but avoid dry soil.
- Feed with low-nitrogen fertilizer to strengthen for winter.
- Clean out dead or diseased interior foliage.
- Good time to wire conifers—new growth has hardened.
- Inspect for scale and spider mites. Treat proactively.
- Start assessing winter shelter needs.
- Treat any open cuts from cleaning or wiring.
- Safe window to resume jin/shari work.
- Late cuttings possible but lower success. Air layering may begin.
- Reinforce branch positions with wiring or guy-wires.
- Tree can be displayed outdoors in stable fall weather.
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The care sheet
The constants — what stays true in every season.
Full sun
Full sun keeps foliage dense and color vibrant.
Low to moderate
Well-drained soil essential to avoid root rot.
Balanced
Avoid late-season feeding to prevent soft growth.
Structural in early spring, maintenance mid-season
Remove strong shoots to preserve balance.
Spring or Autumn
Wire loosely; check frequently to avoid cutting in.
Every 3-5 years
Best repotted before new growth starts.
Cuttings or seed
Cuttings root in spring or early summer under mist.
Winter hardy; foliage may bronze slightly.
Good heat tolerance but prefers some humidity.
On the bench · 1
Every Himalayan Juniper in the garden, oldest hands first.
