Dear all,

hi, I'm back from lurk mode for a short question. I have been
able to collect a large juniper that would otherwise have
been cut to the ground. I know that it's not an ideal time
for this (mid-spring, but actually quite cold for the time).
I tried to get as much fine root as possible, but it was not
really a lot. It sits now in fast-draining soil with sphagnum
moss in total shade in my garden. I have not experience with
junipers whatsoever. Do I cut the foliage way back, or isn't
that necessary? Thanks for your help


If it is very bushy, yes I would cut away quite a bit of
foliage. Sight unseen, we can't say how much, but you do not
want the trees to transpire more water than the roots can take
in. Think of it as a lifesaving design project. ;-)

Jim Lewis - - Tallahassee, FL - People,
when Columbus discovered this country, it was plum full of nuts
and berries. And I'm right here to tell you (that) the berries
are just about all gone. -- Uncle Dave Macon, musician

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