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<< I simply wish to be directed as to what is the best time of year to shape
prune and wire Juniper chinensis. >

I would be more inclined to do heavy shaping and pruning in the spring, but I
don't think it's critical. It may depend on where you live. I don't think I
would put a tree under a lot of stress in the middle of the summer if you have
a hot dry climate. Most junipers need minor pinching all season long.

<< I have tried getting the answer from bonsai books, however it seems that no
two authors can agree on anything regarding bonsai culture. >>

Oh, so you've noticed.
Iris,
Central NY, Zone 5a, Sunset Zone 40
"If we see light at the end of the tunnel, It's the light of the oncoming
train."
Robert Lowell (1917-1977)

22-Jul-2004	#5
Iris Cohen Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Shaping and Pruning Juniperus Chinensis << I simply wish to be directed as to what is the best time of year to shape prune and wire Juniper chinensis. > I would be more inclined to do heavy shaping and pruning in the spring, but I don't think it's critical. It may depend on where you live. I don't think I would put a tree under a lot of stress in the middle of the summer if you have a hot dry climate. Most junipers need minor pinching all season long. << I have tried getting the answer from bonsai books, however it seems that no two authors can agree on anything regarding bonsai culture. >> Oh, so you've noticed. Iris, Central NY, Zone 5a, Sunset Zone 40 "If we see light at the end of the tunnel, It's the light of the oncoming train." Robert Lowell (1917-1977)