common juniper

Watering requirements for common juniper (Juniperus communis var. depressa 'AmiDak' BLUEBERRY DELIGHT) will depend on the climate it is being grown in as well as the specific pot or location. Generally, the plant should be kept moist but not overly saturated. It is best to avoid underwatering as well as overwatering. For example, in an area of moderate temperatures, common juniper should be watered once a week, providing about 1 inch of water each time. In areas with hotter climates, the watering schedule should increase to twice a week.

Common Juniper 'AmiDak' is a sun-loving plant that thrives best in full sun or part shade. It will tolerate some shade but will not flower and fruit as well as if grown in full sun. It prefers a location with 6-8 hours of direct daily sunlight for optimal growth and flowering. It is best to protect the plant from strong afternoon sun in hotter climates.

Pruning is best carried out in the late winter or early spring, before new growth begins. Any dead or damaged branches should be trimmed away using a pair of sharp shears. It is also beneficial to thin out the shrub to promote air circulation and more even growth. To achieve the desired shape, junipers can be selectively pruned, make sure to remove no more than a third of the shrub in any one pruning session. It is better to limit the pruning to less frequent, sizable cuts, as opposed to frequent and extensive pruning, which can end up dooming the shrub.