Care Guide for Hollywood Juniper

PLANTING:

• Choose a location with well-draining soil.
• Dig a hole that is twice as wide and just as deep as the root ball.
• Remove the tree from its container and loosen any roots that are tightly packed.
• Place the tree in the hole and backfill with soil, making sure to eliminate any air pockets.
• Water the tree well to settle the soil.

SOIL:

• Prefers soil that is well-draining and neutral to slightly acidic.
• Easily grown in a wide range of soils, including clay, alkaline and compacted soils
• Avoid soil that is constantly wet.

MULCH:

• Mulch the base of the tree with 2-3 inches of organic matter, such as leaves, bark, or wood chips.
• Make sure the mulch is not in direct contact with the trunk.

LIGHT:

• Thrives in full sun. 
• Avoid planting in areas with heavy shade.

WATER:

• Water well every 2-3 days until established. 
• Increase frequency in extreme hot days. 
• Once established, water only during extended periods of drought.

FERTILIZE:

• Fertilize during early spring with a slow-release fertilizer.

PRUNING:

• Pruning is not necessary. 
• It will maintain its columnar growth habit naturally.