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

Filter by concern

Watering

Minimal watering; only to prevent total dryness if temperatures rise above freezing.

Wiring

Major structural wiring possible while branches are still dormant and less brittle.

Pests Disease

Inspect for overwintering pests like spider mites and scale; clean dead debris.

Winter Protection

Ensure root protection from deep freezes; keep sheltered but ventilated.

Wound Management

Seal major cuts if any pruning or carving is done.

Deadwood Carving

Jin and shari creation/refinement can be done on dry days if not frozen.

Development

Begin planning structure and silhouette adjustments for spring growth.

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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