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Clivia are among the easiest evergreen accent and landscape plants for shady positions. Incredibly tolerant of a wide range of conditions and surprisingly drought tolerant as well. Plant Care by Ron Vanderhoff.
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January1. FertilizeFertilize lightly (half strength) with a mild fertilizer or an organic fertilizer, such as Dr. Earth.2. WaterRainfall should provide all the irrigations necessary at this time of the year.February1. FertilizeFertilize lightly (half strength) with a mild fertilizer or an organic fertilizer, such as Dr. Earth.2. WaterRainfall should provide all the irrigations necessary at this time of the year.March1. FertilizeFertilize lightly (half strength) with a mild fertilizer or an organic fertilizer, such as Dr. Earth.2. WaterRainfall should provide all the irrigations necessary at this time of the year.April1. WaterRainfall should provide most of the irrigations necessary at this time of the year.May1. WaterEstablished plants have surprisingly low water needs. Nonetheless water occassionaly for the best performance.2. Pest/Disease InspectionDuring the warm, dry months of summer mealybugs occassionally attack established plants. Hose the plants off regularly, contral nearby Argentine ants, insure good air circulation and if still necessary treat with insicticidal soap per label instructions.3. Treat for Pest/DiseaseIf mealybugs are discovered hose the plants off regularly, control nearby Argentine ants, insure good air circulation and if still necessary treat with insicticidal soap per label instructions.June1. WaterEstablished plants have surprisingly low water needs. Nonetheless water occassionaly for the best performance.2. Pest/Disease InspectionDuring the warm, dry months of summer mealybugs occassionally attack established plants. Hose the plants off regularly, contral nearby Argentine ants, insure good air circulation and if still necessary treat with insicticidal soap per label instructions.3. Treat for Pest/DiseaseIf mealybugs are discovered hose the plants off regularly, control nearby Argentine ants, insure good air circulation and if still necessary treat with insicticidal soap per label instructions.July1. Sow SeedsRipe fuits are bright orange (or golden in the yellow flowered forms) when ripe. Remove the pulp from the seed. The seeds are large with a pearlescent appearance. They should be sown fresh, if possible. Sow the seed in deep pots or trays humous rich soil. Just press the seeds into the soil until they are flush with the surface. Keep the soil moist until the seeds germinate - usually in four to six weeks.2. WaterEstablished plants have surprisingly low water needs. Nonetheless water occassionaly for the best performance.3. Pest/Disease InspectionDuring the warm, dry months of summer mealybugs occassionally attack established plants. Hose the plants off regularly, contral nearby Argentine ants, insure good air circulation and if still necessary treat with insicticidal soap per label instructions.4. Treat for Pest/DiseaseIf mealybugs are discovered hose the plants off regularly, control nearby Argentine ants, insure good air circulation and if still necessary treat with insicticidal soap per label instructions.August1. Sow SeedsRipe fuits are bright orange (or golden in the yellow flowered forms) when ripe. Remove the pulp from the seed. The seeds are large with a pearlescent appearance. They should be sown fresh, if possible. Sow the seed in deep pots or trays humous rich soil. Just press the seeds into the soil until they are flush with the surface. Keep the soil moist until the seeds germinate - usually in four to six weeks.2. WaterEstablished plants have surprisingly low water needs. Nonetheless water occassionaly for the best performance.3. Pest/Disease InspectionDuring the warm, dry months of summer mealybugs occassionally attack established plants. Hose the plants off regularly, contral nearby Argentine ants, insure good air circulation and if still necessary treat with insicticidal soap per label instructions.4. Treat for Pest/DiseaseIf mealybugs are discovered hose the plants off regularly, control nearby Argentine ants, insure good air circulation and if still necessary treat with insicticidal soap per label instructions.September1. Sow SeedsRipe fuits are bright orange (or golden in the yellow flowered forms) when ripe. Remove the pulp from the seed. The seeds are large with a pearlescent appearance. They should be sown fresh, if possible. Sow the seed in deep pots or trays humous rich soil. Just press the seeds into the soil until they are flush with the surface. Keep the soil moist until the seeds germinate - usually in four to six weeks.2. FertilizeFertilize lightly (half strength) with a mild fertilizer or an organic fertilizer, such as Dr. Earth.3. WaterEstablished plants have surprisingly low water needs. Nonetheless water occassionaly for the best performance.4. Pest/Disease InspectionDuring the warm, dry months of summer mealybugs occassionally attack established plants. Hose the plants off regularly, contral nearby Argentine ants, insure good air circulation and if still necessary treat with insicticidal soap per label instructions.5. Treat for Pest/DiseaseIf mealybugs are discovered hose the plants off regularly, control nearby Argentine ants, insure good air circulation and if still necessary treat with insicticidal soap per label instructions.October1. Sow SeedsRipe fuits are bright orange (or golden in the yellow flowered forms) when ripe. Remove the pulp from the seed. The seeds are large with a pearlescent appearance. They should be sown fresh, if possible. Sow the seed in deep pots or trays humous rich soil. Just press the seeds into the soil until they are flush with the surface. Keep the soil moist until the seeds germinate - usually in four to six weeks.2. FertilizeFertilize lightly (half strength) with a mild fertilizer or an organic fertilizer, such as Dr. Earth.3. WaterRainfall should provide most of the irrigations necessary at this time of the year.November1. Sow SeedsRipe fuits are bright orange (or golden in the yellow flowered forms) when ripe. Remove the pulp from the seed. The seeds are large with a pearlescent appearance. They should be sown fresh, if possible. Sow the seed in deep pots or trays humous rich soil. Just press the seeds into the soil until they are flush with the surface. Keep the soil moist until the seeds germinate - usually in four to six weeks.2. FertilizeFertilize lightly (half strength) with a mild fertilizer or an organic fertilizer, such as Dr. Earth.3. WaterRainfall should provide all the irrigations necessary at this time of the year.December1. Sow SeedsRipe fuits are bright orange (or golden in the yellow flowered forms) when ripe. Remove the pulp from the seed. The seeds are large with a pearlescent appearance. They should be sown fresh, if possible. Sow the seed in deep pots or trays humous rich soil. Just press the seeds into the soil until they are flush with the surface. Keep the soil moist until the seeds germinate - usually in four to six weeks.2. FertilizeFertilize lightly (half strength) with a mild fertilizer or an organic fertilizer, such as Dr. Earth.3. WaterRainfall should provide all the irrigations necessary at this time of the year. -
Sow Seeds
When can you plant these seeds? When's the best time? Can you start them indoors and move them out? Do they have any special requirements?
July
Ripe fuits are bright orange (or golden in the yellow flowered forms) when ripe. Remove the pulp from the seed. The seeds are large with a pearlescent appearance. They should be sown fresh, if possible. Sow the seed in deep pots or trays humous rich soil. Just press the seeds into the soil until they are flush with the surface. Keep the soil moist until the seeds germinate - usually in four to six weeks.
August
Ripe fuits are bright orange (or golden in the yellow flowered forms) when ripe. Remove the pulp from the seed. The seeds are large with a pearlescent appearance. They should be sown fresh, if possible. Sow the seed in deep pots or trays humous rich soil. Just press the seeds into the soil until they are flush with the surface. Keep the soil moist until the seeds germinate - usually in four to six weeks.
September
Ripe fuits are bright orange (or golden in the yellow flowered forms) when ripe. Remove the pulp from the seed. The seeds are large with a pearlescent appearance. They should be sown fresh, if possible. Sow the seed in deep pots or trays humous rich soil. Just press the seeds into the soil until they are flush with the surface. Keep the soil moist until the seeds germinate - usually in four to six weeks.
October
Ripe fuits are bright orange (or golden in the yellow flowered forms) when ripe. Remove the pulp from the seed. The seeds are large with a pearlescent appearance. They should be sown fresh, if possible. Sow the seed in deep pots or trays humous rich soil. Just press the seeds into the soil until they are flush with the surface. Keep the soil moist until the seeds germinate - usually in four to six weeks.
November
Ripe fuits are bright orange (or golden in the yellow flowered forms) when ripe. Remove the pulp from the seed. The seeds are large with a pearlescent appearance. They should be sown fresh, if possible. Sow the seed in deep pots or trays humous rich soil. Just press the seeds into the soil until they are flush with the surface. Keep the soil moist until the seeds germinate - usually in four to six weeks.
December
Ripe fuits are bright orange (or golden in the yellow flowered forms) when ripe. Remove the pulp from the seed. The seeds are large with a pearlescent appearance. They should be sown fresh, if possible. Sow the seed in deep pots or trays humous rich soil. Just press the seeds into the soil until they are flush with the surface. Keep the soil moist until the seeds germinate - usually in four to six weeks.
Fertilize
When should you fertilize this plant? Which kind of fertilizer do you recommend? Should you use different fertilizers at different times of year?
January
Fertilize lightly (half strength) with a mild fertilizer or an organic fertilizer, such as Dr. Earth.
February
Fertilize lightly (half strength) with a mild fertilizer or an organic fertilizer, such as Dr. Earth.
March
Fertilize lightly (half strength) with a mild fertilizer or an organic fertilizer, such as Dr. Earth.
September
Fertilize lightly (half strength) with a mild fertilizer or an organic fertilizer, such as Dr. Earth.
October
Fertilize lightly (half strength) with a mild fertilizer or an organic fertilizer, such as Dr. Earth.
November
Fertilize lightly (half strength) with a mild fertilizer or an organic fertilizer, such as Dr. Earth.
December
Fertilize lightly (half strength) with a mild fertilizer or an organic fertilizer, such as Dr. Earth.
Water
Is there a time to reduce or increase watering? Any special requirements? Things to avoid during certain times of the year?
January
Rainfall should provide all the irrigations necessary at this time of the year.
February
Rainfall should provide all the irrigations necessary at this time of the year.
March
Rainfall should provide all the irrigations necessary at this time of the year.
April
Rainfall should provide most of the irrigations necessary at this time of the year.
May
Established plants have surprisingly low water needs. Nonetheless water occassionaly for the best performance.
June
Established plants have surprisingly low water needs. Nonetheless water occassionaly for the best performance.
July
Established plants have surprisingly low water needs. Nonetheless water occassionaly for the best performance.
August
Established plants have surprisingly low water needs. Nonetheless water occassionaly for the best performance.
September
Established plants have surprisingly low water needs. Nonetheless water occassionaly for the best performance.
October
Rainfall should provide most of the irrigations necessary at this time of the year.
November
Rainfall should provide all the irrigations necessary at this time of the year.
December
Rainfall should provide all the irrigations necessary at this time of the year.
Pest/Disease Inspection
What are the common problems this plant will face and when should you look for them to appear?
May
During the warm, dry months of summer mealybugs occassionally attack established plants. Hose the plants off regularly, contral nearby Argentine ants, insure good air circulation and if still necessary treat with insicticidal soap per label instructions.
June
During the warm, dry months of summer mealybugs occassionally attack established plants. Hose the plants off regularly, contral nearby Argentine ants, insure good air circulation and if still necessary treat with insicticidal soap per label instructions.
July
During the warm, dry months of summer mealybugs occassionally attack established plants. Hose the plants off regularly, contral nearby Argentine ants, insure good air circulation and if still necessary treat with insicticidal soap per label instructions.
August
During the warm, dry months of summer mealybugs occassionally attack established plants. Hose the plants off regularly, contral nearby Argentine ants, insure good air circulation and if still necessary treat with insicticidal soap per label instructions.
September
During the warm, dry months of summer mealybugs occassionally attack established plants. Hose the plants off regularly, contral nearby Argentine ants, insure good air circulation and if still necessary treat with insicticidal soap per label instructions.
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?
May
If mealybugs are discovered hose the plants off regularly, control nearby Argentine ants, insure good air circulation and if still necessary treat with insicticidal soap per label instructions.
June
If mealybugs are discovered hose the plants off regularly, control nearby Argentine ants, insure good air circulation and if still necessary treat with insicticidal soap per label instructions.
July
If mealybugs are discovered hose the plants off regularly, control nearby Argentine ants, insure good air circulation and if still necessary treat with insicticidal soap per label instructions.
August
If mealybugs are discovered hose the plants off regularly, control nearby Argentine ants, insure good air circulation and if still necessary treat with insicticidal soap per label instructions.
September
If mealybugs are discovered hose the plants off regularly, control nearby Argentine ants, insure good air circulation and if still necessary treat with insicticidal soap per label instructions.
October
If mealybugs are discovered hose the plants off regularly, control nearby Argentine ants, insure good air circulation and if still necessary treat with insicticidal soap per label instructions.
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