How much maintenance does a Juniperus procumbens need?

Answer by  treemom (334)

Juniperus procumbens, creeping juniper, needs very little maintenance. Once a year prune back any branches that are out of bounds. Check after each winter for winterkill, and prune out any brown branches. If you see reddish or brownish branches other times of year, either prune them or check to see if your plant has a fungus disease.

Answer by  Allie64 (19)

This plant can go weeks without water, but watering weekly is best. Be gentle when watering & do so slowly and deeply. You can prune if you'd like, for size control or to remove dead/diseased parts of the plant. You could even prune it into shapes like topiaries!

Answer by  tumsy (467)

A little maintenance is needed in the landscape. Do not allow roots to dry out keep moist at all times.

Answer by  peac999 (11)

A Juniperus procumbens needs to be kept moist. You must be careful not to allow the roots to become dried out.