Good Morning, 

Thank you for contacting the U of M Extension Service. 

Please click on the following link about the Taylor juniper: https://www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?taxonid=265023

Please click on this information about winter damage: https://wiscontext.org/helping-arborvitae-and-other-evergreens-shake-weight-snow#:~:text=Under%20a%20heavy%20load%20of%

This information states: 

Bent branches can be tied together using chain lock straps or any flat straps. Depending on the height of the plant, the branches should be tied together at multiple intervals for strong support. However, the straps for should not be left in place for more than two seasons, as they can girdle bark over time.

Good Luck!