Care Guide:
- Placement: 100% Outdoor. In Quebec, it requires a dormant period (under 10°C) for at least 3 months. In winter, bury the pot in mulch or place it in an unheated garage to protect the roots from extreme -20°C spikes.
- Light: Full sun is mandatory for tight foliage pads. Shade will cause the needles to "leg out" and weaken.
- Watering: Never water on a schedule. Mist the foliage daily (they absorb water through needles), but only water the soil when the top 1cm is dry.
- Soil: Requires a very gritty, fast-draining mix (e.g., 2 parts Akadama, 1 part Pumice, 1 part Lava rock).
- Pruning: Never "shear" with scissors like a hedge, as the tips will turn brown. Pinch off extending heart-shaped shoots with your thumb and forefinger to maintain the silhouette.