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General Information
Emblematic of their native Western Australia, Kangaroo Paws are justly famous for their showy and interesting clusters of flowers which attract hummingbirds and other nectar-feeding birds. The many modern hybrids available are generally resistant to leaf diseases and make good drought-tolerant garden plants, as long as you give them good drainage and control snails and slugs. Plant sizes and flowering stem heights vary from dwarf to tall -- the tall ones in general make the most stunning show in the garden, and great cut-flowers too. Buy in bloom to get the flowers you want; look for brightly-colored tall varieties such as \'Big Red\' and \'Harmony\' (yellow) for the showiest display.
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January1. ProtectProtect from heavy frost.February1. WaterWater established clumps regularly during dry periods -- once a week or less is fine.2. ProtectProtect from heavy frost.3. Pest/Disease InspectionWatch for snails and slugs. Watch for signs of ink disease, which makes parts of the leaves turn black on less-vigorous varieties.4. Treat for Pest/DiseaseControl snails and slugs with a product containing iron phosphate. Remove damaged parts of foliage periodically if ink disease is a problem.March1. PlantPlant in full sun in well-drained soil, in an area with good air circulation.2. WaterWater established clumps regularly during dry periods -- once a week or less is fine.3. PruneClean out dead foliage on older clumps. Cut back any damage on leaves.4. MulchMulch to conserve water use and control snails and slugs.5. Pest/Disease InspectionWatch for snails and slugs. Watch for signs of ink disease, which makes parts of the leaves turn black on less-vigorous varieties.6. Treat for Pest/DiseaseControl snails and slugs with a product containing iron phosphate. Remove damaged parts of foliage periodically if ink disease is a problem.7. TransplantDivide and transplant older, crowded clumps if necessary. Cut foliage back half-way when you do.April1. BuyBuy plants in bloom to get the color and flower height you want. Look for healthy foliage and bright colors.2. PlantPlant in full sun in well-drained soil, in an area with good air circulation.3. WaterWater established clumps regularly during dry periods -- once a week or less is fine.4. Pest/Disease InspectionWatch for snails and slugs. Watch for signs of ink disease, which makes parts of the leaves turn black on less-vigorous varieties.5. Treat for Pest/DiseaseControl snails and slugs with a product containing iron phosphate. Remove damaged parts of foliage periodically if ink disease is a problem.May1. BuyBuy plants in bloom to get the color and flower height you want. Look for healthy foliage and bright colors.2. PlantPlant in full sun in well-drained soil, in an area with good air circulation.3. WaterWater established clumps regularly during dry periods -- once a week or less is fine.4. PruneRemove spent flower stalks to promote re-bloom.5. Pest/Disease InspectionWatch for snails and slugs. Watch for signs of ink disease, which makes parts of the leaves turn black on less-vigorous varieties.6. Treat for Pest/DiseaseControl snails and slugs with a product containing iron phosphate. Remove damaged parts of foliage periodically if ink disease is a problem.June1. BuyBuy plants in bloom to get the color and flower height you want. Look for healthy foliage and bright colors.2. PlantPlant in full sun in well-drained soil, in an area with good air circulation.3. WaterWater established clumps regularly during dry periods -- once a week or less is fine.4. PruneRemove spent flower stalks to promote re-bloom.5. MulchMulch to conserve water use and control snails and slugs.6. Pest/Disease InspectionWatch for snails and slugs. Watch for signs of ink disease, which makes parts of the leaves turn black on less-vigorous varieties.7. Treat for Pest/DiseaseControl snails and slugs with a product containing iron phosphate. Remove damaged parts of foliage periodically if ink disease is a problem.July1. WaterWater established clumps regularly during dry periods -- once a week or less is fine.2. PruneRemove spent flower stalks to promote re-bloom.3. Pest/Disease InspectionWatch for snails and slugs. Watch for signs of ink disease, which makes parts of the leaves turn black on less-vigorous varieties.4. Treat for Pest/DiseaseControl snails and slugs with a product containing iron phosphate. Remove damaged parts of foliage periodically if ink disease is a problem.August1. WaterWater established clumps regularly during dry periods -- once a week or less is fine.2. PruneRemove spent flower stalks to promote re-bloom.3. Pest/Disease InspectionWatch for snails and slugs. Watch for signs of ink disease, which makes parts of the leaves turn black on less-vigorous varieties.4. Treat for Pest/DiseaseControl snails and slugs with a product containing iron phosphate. Remove damaged parts of foliage periodically if ink disease is a problem.September1. PlantPlant in full sun in well-drained soil, in an area with good air circulation.2. WaterWater established clumps regularly during dry periods -- once a week or less is fine.3. MulchMulch to conserve water use and control snails and slugs.4. Pest/Disease InspectionWatch for snails and slugs. Watch for signs of ink disease, which makes parts of the leaves turn black on less-vigorous varieties.5. Treat for Pest/DiseaseControl snails and slugs with a product containing iron phosphate. Remove damaged parts of foliage periodically if ink disease is a problem.6. TransplantDivide and transplant older, crowded clumps if necessary. Cut foliage back half-way when you do.October1. PlantPlant in full sun in well-drained soil, in an area with good air circulation.2. WaterWater established clumps regularly during dry periods -- once a week or less is fine.3. Pest/Disease InspectionWatch for snails and slugs. Watch for signs of ink disease, which makes parts of the leaves turn black on less-vigorous varieties.4. Treat for Pest/DiseaseControl snails and slugs with a product containing iron phosphate. Remove damaged parts of foliage periodically if ink disease is a problem.November1. WaterWater established clumps regularly during dry periods -- once a week or less is fine.2. ProtectProtect from heavy frost.3. Pest/Disease InspectionWatch for snails and slugs. Watch for signs of ink disease, which makes parts of the leaves turn black on less-vigorous varieties.4. Treat for Pest/DiseaseControl snails and slugs with a product containing iron phosphate. Remove damaged parts of foliage periodically if ink disease is a problem.December1. ProtectProtect from heavy frost. -
Buy
When's the best time to buy this plant? When can you buy these from seed (if you can)? When is it usually available? What are things to look for when you're buying it? Or anything other tidbit of information you can share!
April
Buy plants in bloom to get the color and flower height you want. Look for healthy foliage and bright colors.
May
Buy plants in bloom to get the color and flower height you want. Look for healthy foliage and bright colors.
June
Buy plants in bloom to get the color and flower height you want. Look for healthy foliage and bright colors.
Plant
When's a good time to plant this plant or bulb? Any special planting instructions?
March
Plant in full sun in well-drained soil, in an area with good air circulation.
April
Plant in full sun in well-drained soil, in an area with good air circulation.
May
Plant in full sun in well-drained soil, in an area with good air circulation.
June
Plant in full sun in well-drained soil, in an area with good air circulation.
September
Plant in full sun in well-drained soil, in an area with good air circulation.
October
Plant in full sun in well-drained soil, in an area with good air circulation.
Water
Is there a time to reduce or increase watering? Any special requirements? Things to avoid during certain times of the year?
February
Water established clumps regularly during dry periods -- once a week or less is fine.
March
Water established clumps regularly during dry periods -- once a week or less is fine.
April
Water established clumps regularly during dry periods -- once a week or less is fine.
May
Water established clumps regularly during dry periods -- once a week or less is fine.
June
Water established clumps regularly during dry periods -- once a week or less is fine.
July
Water established clumps regularly during dry periods -- once a week or less is fine.
August
Water established clumps regularly during dry periods -- once a week or less is fine.
September
Water established clumps regularly during dry periods -- once a week or less is fine.
October
Water established clumps regularly during dry periods -- once a week or less is fine.
November
Water established clumps regularly during dry periods -- once a week or less is fine.
Prune
When's a good time to prune this plant? How about deadheading, pinching back, trimming or any other grooming? Any special requirements?
March
Clean out dead foliage on older clumps. Cut back any damage on leaves.
May
Remove spent flower stalks to promote re-bloom.
June
Remove spent flower stalks to promote re-bloom.
July
Remove spent flower stalks to promote re-bloom.
August
Remove spent flower stalks to promote re-bloom.
Mulch
Does this plant need to be mulched? Are there specific types of Mulch which are better for this plant? How much?
March
Mulch to conserve water use and control snails and slugs.
June
Mulch to conserve water use and control snails and slugs.
September
Mulch to conserve water use and control snails and slugs.
Protect
When and how should you protect this plant from birds, deer, rabbits? Does this plant need be covered, or wrapped or painted or moved?
January
Protect from heavy frost.
February
Protect from heavy frost.
November
Protect from heavy frost.
December
Protect from heavy frost.
Pest/Disease Inspection
What are the common problems this plant will face and when should you look for them to appear?
February
Watch for snails and slugs. Watch for signs of ink disease, which makes parts of the leaves turn black on less-vigorous varieties.
March
Watch for snails and slugs. Watch for signs of ink disease, which makes parts of the leaves turn black on less-vigorous varieties.
April
Watch for snails and slugs. Watch for signs of ink disease, which makes parts of the leaves turn black on less-vigorous varieties.
May
Watch for snails and slugs. Watch for signs of ink disease, which makes parts of the leaves turn black on less-vigorous varieties.
June
Watch for snails and slugs. Watch for signs of ink disease, which makes parts of the leaves turn black on less-vigorous varieties.
July
Watch for snails and slugs. Watch for signs of ink disease, which makes parts of the leaves turn black on less-vigorous varieties.
August
Watch for snails and slugs. Watch for signs of ink disease, which makes parts of the leaves turn black on less-vigorous varieties.
September
Watch for snails and slugs. Watch for signs of ink disease, which makes parts of the leaves turn black on less-vigorous varieties.
October
Watch for snails and slugs. Watch for signs of ink disease, which makes parts of the leaves turn black on less-vigorous varieties.
November
Watch for snails and slugs. Watch for signs of ink disease, which makes parts of the leaves turn black on less-vigorous varieties.
Treat for Pest/Disease
How do you treat the common problems for this plant? What products or concoctions or natural means do you use? Any special requirements?
February
Control snails and slugs with a product containing iron phosphate. Remove damaged parts of foliage periodically if ink disease is a problem.
March
Control snails and slugs with a product containing iron phosphate. Remove damaged parts of foliage periodically if ink disease is a problem.
April
Control snails and slugs with a product containing iron phosphate. Remove damaged parts of foliage periodically if ink disease is a problem.
May
Control snails and slugs with a product containing iron phosphate. Remove damaged parts of foliage periodically if ink disease is a problem.
June
Control snails and slugs with a product containing iron phosphate. Remove damaged parts of foliage periodically if ink disease is a problem.
July
Control snails and slugs with a product containing iron phosphate. Remove damaged parts of foliage periodically if ink disease is a problem.
August
Control snails and slugs with a product containing iron phosphate. Remove damaged parts of foliage periodically if ink disease is a problem.
September
Control snails and slugs with a product containing iron phosphate. Remove damaged parts of foliage periodically if ink disease is a problem.
October
Control snails and slugs with a product containing iron phosphate. Remove damaged parts of foliage periodically if ink disease is a problem.
November
Control snails and slugs with a product containing iron phosphate. Remove damaged parts of foliage periodically if ink disease is a problem.
Transplant
When's the best time to dig up and transplant this from one spot to another? (This is different than planting). Any special requirements?
March
Divide and transplant older, crowded clumps if necessary. Cut foliage back half-way when you do.
September
Divide and transplant older, crowded clumps if necessary. Cut foliage back half-way when you do.
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