singleseed juniper

Singleseed juniper (Juniperus squamata 'Meyeri') should be watered weekly, providing the soil is not soggy. To ensure the soil does not become overly soaked, check the soil's moisture with your finger prior to adding additional water. Water thoroughly, making sure to saturate the root zone, but avoid excess moisture. Allow the top of the soil to dry out between watering sessions. Additionally, consider providing supplemental irrigation during extended hot, dry periods.

Singleseed Juniper (Juniperus squamata 'Meyeri') thrives best with full sun, meaning at least 6 to 8 hours a day of direct sunlight. It is an evergreen conifer and prefers temperatures between -20 and 30°C (-4 and 86°F). If planted in an area with less than 6 hours of direct sun, the plants may not thrive as well, producing fewer berries and leaves. When temperatures exceed 30°C (86°F), the plant should receive some light shade during the midday hours.

Singleseed juniper (Juniperus squamata 'Meyeri') should be pruned during the early spring months of March or April. Pruning should be minimal, with no more than 1⁄4 of the total foliage removed in a single session. To maintain its natural form and encourage dense growth, only select branches should be pruned as needed. Selective pruning of branches back to the parent or side branches is preferred over shearing or cutting of branches back to a uniform height or width. Proper pruning will help the juniper maintain its desired shape.