Zell,

My $0.02 is that make sure it is healthy and growing well before doing anything to it. I have a nice cascade juniper and I keep in it a 5" deep cut down black plastic container. I would not do any wiring until you have studied the rules that govern the style you prefer for this tree. If the juniper is growing upright, you can rotate/slant it in the pot to create the cascade style. Be careful with the roots and disturb it as little as possible. How tall is small? What is the diameter of the trunk? Let see a picture if possible to help with more suggestions. Aloha