Care Guide for Skyrocket Juniper

PLANTING:

• Choose a location with well-draining soil.
• Dig a hole twice the size of the plant's 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.
• Tamp down the soil and water thoroughly.

SOIL:

• Prefers well-draining soil.
• Suitable for clay, alkaline, and compacted soils, avoid wet and soggy.

MULCH:

• Mulch the base of the tree with 2-3 inches of organic matter, such as leaves, bark, or wood chips.
• Apply the mulch over the entire planting area. 

LIGHT:

• Thrives in full sun. 

WATER:

• Water regularly during the first growing season to establish a deep and strong root system. 
• Once established, water only during extended periods of drought.

FERTILIZE:

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

PRUNING:

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