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General Information
Hedychiums are easy to grow in the coastal Southern California climates, where they are prized for their tropical folige and fragrant flowers. They flower best with regular feeding and ample humidity, and will recover quickly from occasional frosts.
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January1. WaterWater regularly during dry periods.2. MulchMaintain a generous mulch around plants to keep roots cool and moist and to conserve water use.3. ProtectProtect from frost for best foliage appearance in winter.4. Pest/Disease InspectionCheck for snails and slugs.5. Treat for Pest/DiseaseControl snails and slugs with iron phosphate.February1. WaterWater regularly during dry periods.2. MulchMaintain a generous mulch around plants to keep roots cool and moist and to conserve water use.3. ProtectProtect from frost for best foliage appearance in winter.4. Pest/Disease InspectionCheck for snails and slugs.5. Treat for Pest/DiseaseControl snails and slugs with iron phosphate.March1. BuyBuy established plants in nurseries, or order by mail from specialty growers.2. PlantPlant in partial shade in rich, well-drained soil, using plenty of soil amendment. Be sure to give plants enough room to grow.3. FertilizeFertilize with 5-10-10 plant food to stimulate growth and bloom.4. WaterWater regularly during dry periods.5. PruneCut back old stalks to stimulate new spring growth and summer bloom.6. MulchMaintain a generous mulch around plants to keep roots cool and moist and to conserve water use.7. Pest/Disease InspectionCheck for snails and slugs.April1. BuyBuy established plants in nurseries, or order by mail from specialty growers.2. PlantPlant in partial shade in rich, well-drained soil, using plenty of soil amendment. Be sure to give plants enough room to grow.3. WaterWater regularly, spraying the foliage when you do to increase humidity.4. MulchMaintain a generous mulch around plants to keep roots cool and moist and to conserve water use.5. Pest/Disease InspectionCheck for snails and slugs.May1. BuyBuy established plants in nurseries, or order by mail from specialty growers.2. PlantPlant in partial shade in rich, well-drained soil, using plenty of soil amendment. Be sure to give plants enough room to grow.3. FertilizeFertilize with 5-10-10 plant food to stimulate growth and bloom.4. WaterWater regularly, spraying the foliage when you do to increase humidity.5. MulchMaintain a generous mulch around plants to keep roots cool and moist and to conserve water use.6. Pest/Disease InspectionCheck for snails and slugs. Watch for whiteflies on the undersides of the leaves.June1. BuyBuy established plants in nurseries, or order by mail from specialty growers.2. PlantPlant in partial shade in rich, well-drained soil, using plenty of soil amendment. Be sure to give plants enough room to grow.3. WaterWater regularly, spraying the foliage when you do to increase humidity.4. MulchMaintain a generous mulch around plants to keep roots cool and moist and to conserve water use.5. Pest/Disease InspectionCheck for snails and slugs. Watch for whiteflies on the undersides of the leaves.July1. BuyBuy established plants in nurseries, or order by mail from specialty growers.2. PlantPlant in partial shade in rich, well-drained soil, using plenty of soil amendment. Be sure to give plants enough room to grow.3. FertilizeFertilize with 5-10-10 plant food to stimulate growth and bloom.4. WaterWater regularly, spraying the foliage when you do to increase humidity.5. MulchMaintain a generous mulch around plants to keep roots cool and moist and to conserve water use.6. Pest/Disease InspectionCheck for snails and slugs. Watch for whiteflies on the undersides of the leaves.August1. BuyBuy established plants in nurseries, or order by mail from specialty growers.2. PlantPlant in partial shade in rich, well-drained soil, using plenty of soil amendment. Be sure to give plants enough room to grow.3. WaterWater regularly, spraying the foliage when you do to increase humidity.4. MulchMaintain a generous mulch around plants to keep roots cool and moist and to conserve water use.5. Pest/Disease InspectionCheck for snails and slugs. Watch for whiteflies on the undersides of the leaves.September1. BuyBuy established plants in nurseries, or order by mail from specialty growers.2. PlantPlant in partial shade in rich, well-drained soil, using plenty of soil amendment. Be sure to give plants enough room to grow.3. FertilizeFertilize with 5-10-10 plant food to stimulate growth and bloom.4. WaterWater regularly, spraying the foliage when you do to increase humidity.5. MulchMaintain a generous mulch around plants to keep roots cool and moist and to conserve water use.6. Pest/Disease InspectionCheck for snails and slugs. Watch for whiteflies on the undersides of the leaves.October1. WaterWater regularly, spraying the foliage when you do to increase humidity.2. MulchMaintain a generous mulch around plants to keep roots cool and moist and to conserve water use.3. Pest/Disease InspectionCheck for snails and slugs. Watch for whiteflies on the undersides of the leaves.November1. WaterWater regularly during dry periods.2. MulchMaintain a generous mulch around plants to keep roots cool and moist and to conserve water use.3. ProtectProtect from frost for best foliage appearance in winter.4. Pest/Disease InspectionCheck for snails and slugs.December1. WaterWater regularly during dry periods.2. MulchMaintain a generous mulch around plants to keep roots cool and moist and to conserve water use.3. ProtectProtect from frost for best foliage appearance in winter.4. Pest/Disease InspectionCheck for snails and slugs. -
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!
March
Buy established plants in nurseries, or order by mail from specialty growers.
April
Buy established plants in nurseries, or order by mail from specialty growers.
May
Buy established plants in nurseries, or order by mail from specialty growers.
June
Buy established plants in nurseries, or order by mail from specialty growers.
July
Buy established plants in nurseries, or order by mail from specialty growers.
August
Buy established plants in nurseries, or order by mail from specialty growers.
September
Buy established plants in nurseries, or order by mail from specialty growers.
Plant
When's a good time to plant this plant or bulb? Any special planting instructions?
March
Plant in partial shade in rich, well-drained soil, using plenty of soil amendment. Be sure to give plants enough room to grow.
April
Plant in partial shade in rich, well-drained soil, using plenty of soil amendment. Be sure to give plants enough room to grow.
May
Plant in partial shade in rich, well-drained soil, using plenty of soil amendment. Be sure to give plants enough room to grow.
June
Plant in partial shade in rich, well-drained soil, using plenty of soil amendment. Be sure to give plants enough room to grow.
July
Plant in partial shade in rich, well-drained soil, using plenty of soil amendment. Be sure to give plants enough room to grow.
August
Plant in partial shade in rich, well-drained soil, using plenty of soil amendment. Be sure to give plants enough room to grow.
September
Plant in partial shade in rich, well-drained soil, using plenty of soil amendment. Be sure to give plants enough room to grow.
Fertilize
When should you fertilize this plant? Which kind of fertilizer do you recommend? Should you use different fertilizers at different times of year?
March
Fertilize with 5-10-10 plant food to stimulate growth and bloom.
May
Fertilize with 5-10-10 plant food to stimulate growth and bloom.
July
Fertilize with 5-10-10 plant food to stimulate growth and bloom.
September
Fertilize with 5-10-10 plant food to stimulate growth and bloom.
Water
Is there a time to reduce or increase watering? Any special requirements? Things to avoid during certain times of the year?
January
Water regularly during dry periods.
February
Water regularly during dry periods.
March
Water regularly during dry periods.
April
Water regularly, spraying the foliage when you do to increase humidity.
May
Water regularly, spraying the foliage when you do to increase humidity.
June
Water regularly, spraying the foliage when you do to increase humidity.
July
Water regularly, spraying the foliage when you do to increase humidity.
August
Water regularly, spraying the foliage when you do to increase humidity.
September
Water regularly, spraying the foliage when you do to increase humidity.
October
Water regularly, spraying the foliage when you do to increase humidity.
November
Water regularly during dry periods.
December
Water regularly during dry periods.
Prune
When's a good time to prune this plant? How about deadheading, pinching back, trimming or any other grooming? Any special requirements?
February
Cut
March
Cut back old stalks to stimulate new spring growth and summer bloom.
Mulch
Does this plant need to be mulched? Are there specific types of Mulch which are better for this plant? How much?
January
Maintain a generous mulch around plants to keep roots cool and moist and to conserve water use.
February
Maintain a generous mulch around plants to keep roots cool and moist and to conserve water use.
March
Maintain a generous mulch around plants to keep roots cool and moist and to conserve water use.
April
Maintain a generous mulch around plants to keep roots cool and moist and to conserve water use.
May
Maintain a generous mulch around plants to keep roots cool and moist and to conserve water use.
June
Maintain a generous mulch around plants to keep roots cool and moist and to conserve water use.
July
Maintain a generous mulch around plants to keep roots cool and moist and to conserve water use.
August
Maintain a generous mulch around plants to keep roots cool and moist and to conserve water use.
September
Maintain a generous mulch around plants to keep roots cool and moist and to conserve water use.
October
Maintain a generous mulch around plants to keep roots cool and moist and to conserve water use.
November
Maintain a generous mulch around plants to keep roots cool and moist and to conserve water use.
December
Maintain a generous mulch around plants to keep roots cool and moist and to conserve water use.
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 frost for best foliage appearance in winter.
February
Protect from frost for best foliage appearance in winter.
November
Protect from frost for best foliage appearance in winter.
December
Protect from frost for best foliage appearance in winter.
Pest/Disease Inspection
What are the common problems this plant will face and when should you look for them to appear?
January
Check for snails and slugs.
February
Check for snails and slugs.
March
Check for snails and slugs.
April
Check for snails and slugs.
May
Check for snails and slugs. Watch for whiteflies on the undersides of the leaves.
June
Check for snails and slugs. Watch for whiteflies on the undersides of the leaves.
July
Check for snails and slugs. Watch for whiteflies on the undersides of the leaves.
August
Check for snails and slugs. Watch for whiteflies on the undersides of the leaves.
September
Check for snails and slugs. Watch for whiteflies on the undersides of the leaves.
October
Check for snails and slugs. Watch for whiteflies on the undersides of the leaves.
November
Check for snails and slugs.
December
Check for snails and slugs.
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?
January
Control snails and slugs with iron phosphate.
February
Control snails and slugs with iron phosphate.
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