Seasonal calendar · Juniperus squamata 'Blue Star'

Himalayan Juniper

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

Increase slightly with rising temperatures and swelling buds.

Fertilization

Begin balanced feeding as growth resumes.

Repotting

Best window for repotting if needed. Root pruning should be conservative for junipers.

Pruning

Light structural pruning is safe; avoid removing too much foliage.

Wiring

Continue structural wiring before bark hardens. Monitor for wire bite.

Bud Shoot Management

Pinch strong tips to redistribute vigor and encourage density.

Pests Disease

Watch for fungal issues in wet conditions; apply preventative treatments if needed.

Winter Protection

Remove covers gradually, especially if late frosts are unlikely.

Wound Management

Use cut paste for moderate wounds to prevent desiccation or infection.

Deadwood Carving

Excellent season to define jins and hollows before sap pressure increases.

Propagation

Semi-hardwood cuttings can be started under protection.

Development

Refine primary branch structure and prepare for styling season.

Paths onward

This speciesHimalayan JuniperBack 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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