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  January 1. Prune Do not prune.

  February 1. Prune Do not prune.

  March 1. Buy For those of you in warmer zones, purchase shrubs after the threat of frost has passed. If you buy sooner, be sure to provide protection to the tender new top growth at night. When choosing plants, don't be shy about popping the plant out of it's pot to inspect the roots. The root mass should be free of black, mushy sections and amply fill the container. Remember, the more roots the better! 2. Plant For those of you in warmer zones, plant as soon as the threat of frost has passed and the soil is workable. If the threat of frost persists, be sure to provide protection to tender new growth of the plant by covering at night. For BLUE BUNNY, choose a medium to sunny location. Requires moist, well drained soil. Supplemental watering may be needed in very hot weather. May do better in part shade in the south. Apply a granular slow release fertilizer and water in well. It is recommended to apply 1 inch of water per week during the first growing season and be extra mindful during periods of heat and drought. 3. Prune Do not prune. For those of you in Zone 6, prune with caution! If your area has already begun to warm up and leaf initiation is visible, don't compromise this season's flower buds. Put off pruning until the following winter. 4. Mulch Applying mulch around your flowering shrubs in the spring is a great idea. Not only does it look attractive, it keeps roots cool, conserves soil moisture, reduces water requirements, and acts as an effective weed barrier. Spread mulch evenly to a depth of 2 to 3 inches (if replenishing, don't allow build up to exceed 4" in depth). If your shrub is in lawn, mulch a ring between 3 to 6 feet in diameter around the trunk. Be careful to keep mulch an inch away from the shrub's trunk.

  April 1. Buy Purchase shrubs after the threat of frost has passed. If you buy sooner, be sure to provide protection to the tender new top growth at night. When choosing plants, don't be shy about popping the plant out of it's pot to inspect the roots. The root mass should be free of black, mushy sections and amply fill the container. Remember, the more roots the better! 2. Plant Plant as soon as the threat of frost has passed and the soil is workable. If the threat of frost persists, be sure to provide protection to tender new growth of the plant by covering at night. For BLUE BUNNY, choose a medium to sunny location. Requires moist, well drained soil. Supplemental watering may be needed in very hot weather. May do better in part shade in the south. Apply a granular slow release fertilizer and water in well. It is recommended to apply 1 inch of water per week during the first growing season and be extra mindful during periods of heat and drought. 3. Fertilize A top dressing of a granular slow release fertilizer in early spring is all this hardy shrub will need. 4. Prune Do not prune. 5. Mulch Applying mulch around your flowering shrubs in the spring is a great idea. Not only does it look attractive, it keeps roots cool, conserves soil moisture, reduces water requirements, and acts as an effective weed barrier. Spread mulch evenly to a depth of 2 to 3 inches (if replenishing, don't allow build up to exceed 4" in depth). If your shrub is in lawn, mulch a ring between 3 to 6 feet in diameter around the trunk. Be careful to keep mulch an inch away from the shrub's trunk. Applying mulch around your flowering shrubs in the spring is a great idea. Not only does it look attractive, it keeps roots cool, conserves soil moisture, reduces water requirements, and acts as an effective weed barrier. Spread mulch evenly to a depth of 2 to 3 inches (if replenishing, don't allow build up to exceed 4" in depth). If your shrub is in lawn, mulch a ring between 3 to 6 feet in diameter around the trunk. Be careful to keep mulch an inch away from the shrub's trunk.

  May 1. Buy Now is a great time to visit your garden center to see whats new. When choosing plants, don't be shy about popping the plant out of it's pot to inspect the roots. The root mass should be free of black, mushy sections and amply fill the container. Remember, the more roots the better! 2. Plant Ready to get out into your garden? It isn't too late to add new plants to your garden! However, with the increasing heat and longer days, pay extra attention to the watering needs of freshly planted shrubs. For BLUE BUNNY, choose a medium to sunny location. Requires moist, well drained soil. Supplemental watering may be needed in very hot weather. May do better in part shade in the south. Apply a granular slow release fertilizer and water in well. It is recommended to apply 1 inch of water per week during the first growing season and be extra mindful during periods of heat and drought. 3. Fertilize A top dressing of a granular slow release fertilizer in early spring is all this hardy shrub will need. 4. Water As a rule of thumb, apply 1 inch of water per week during the first growing season. Be mindful of hot days and periods of drought. Once established, supplemental watering may be needed in very hot weather. May do better in part shade in the south. 5. Prune Do not prune. 6. Mulch Applying mulch around your flowering shrubs in the spring is a great idea. Not only does it look attractive, it keeps roots cool, conserves soil moisture, reduces water requirements, and acts as an effective weed barrier. Spread mulch evenly to a depth of 2 to 3 inches (if replenishing, don't allow build up to exceed 4" in depth). If your shrub is in lawn, mulch a ring between 3 to 6 feet in diameter around the trunk. Be careful to keep mulch an inch away from the shrub's trunk.

  June 1. Buy For Zone 6, June isn't too late to add to your garden . When choosing plants, don't be shy about popping the plant out of it's pot to inspect the roots. The root mass should be free of black, mushy sections and amply fill the container. Remember, the more roots the better! 2. Plant For Zone 6, June isn't too late to add new plants to your garden! However, with the increasing heat and longer days, pay extra attention to the watering needs of freshly planted shrubs. For BLUE BUNNY, choose a medium to sunny location. Requires moist, well drained soil. Supplemental watering may be needed in very hot weather. May do better in part shade in the south. Apply a granular slow release fertilizer and water in well. It is recommended to apply 1 inch of water per week during the first growing season and be extra mindful during periods of heat and drought. 3. Water As a rule of thumb, apply 1 inch of water per week during the first growing season. Be mindful of hot days and periods of drought. Once established, supplemental watering may be needed in very hot weather. May do better in part shade in the south. 4. Prune Do not prune.

  July 1. Water As a rule of thumb, apply 1 inch of water per week during the first growing season. Be mindful of hot days and periods of drought. Once established, supplemental watering may be needed in very hot weather. May do better in part shade in the south. 2. Prune Lightly prune to shape immediately after flowering.

  August 1. Water As a rule of thumb, apply 1 inch of water per week during the first growing season. Be mindful of hot days and periods of drought. Once established, supplemental watering may be needed in very hot weather. May do better in part shade in the south. 2. Prune Lightly prune to shape immediately after flowering.

  September 1. Buy Visit your independent garden center now because fall is the best time to purchase shrubs! Here's why: In the spring, a new plant would have to divide it's energy between settling into a new home and growing immediately. In the fall however, the short days are causing the top to go dormant. All the while, the warm soil, that will persist for the coming weeks or months, provides the perfect environment for roots to acclimate. Once spring arrives, the happily established plant can focus on growing and flowering. When choosing plants, don't be shy about popping the plant out of it's pot to inspect the roots. The root mass should be free of black, mushy sections and amply fill the container. Remember, the more roots the better! 2. Plant Planting flowering shrubs now is a great time to get a jump on next year's garden! For BLUE BUNNY, choose a medium to sunny location. Requires moist, well drained soil. Supplemental watering may be needed in very hot weather. May do better in part shade in the south. Save the application of a granular slow-release fertilizer for spring to avoid the initiation of tender new growth. It is recommended to apply 1 inch of water per week during the first growing season and be extra mindful during periods of heat and drought. 3. Water As a rule of thumb, apply 1 inch of water per week during the first growing season. Be mindful of hot days and periods of drought. Once established, supplemental watering may be needed in very hot weather. May do better in part shade in the south. 4. Prune Do not prune. 5. Mulch Applying a winter top-dressing of mulch will provide protection to the roots from severe winter temperatures and frost heaving. Spread mulch evenly to a depth of 2 to 3 inches (if replenishing, don't allow build up to exceed 4" in depth). If your shrub is in lawn, mulch a ring between 3 to 6 feet in diameter around the trunk. Be careful to keep mulch an inch away from the shrub's trunk.

  October 1. Buy Visit your independent garden center now because fall is the best time to purchase shrubs! Here's why: In the spring, a new plant would have to divide it's energy between settling into a new home and growing immediately. In the fall however, the short days are causing the top to go dormant. All the while, the warm soil, that will persist for the coming weeks or months, provides the perfect environment for roots to acclimate. Once spring arrives, the happily established plant can focus on growing and flowering. When choosing plants, don't be shy about popping the plant out of it's pot to inspect the roots. The root mass should be free of black, mushy sections and amply fill the container. Remember, the more roots the better! 2. Plant Planting flowering shrubs now is a great time to get a jump on next year's garden! For BLUE BUNNY, choose a medium to sunny location. Requires moist, well drained soil. Supplemental watering may be needed in very hot weather. May do better in part shade in the south. Save the application of a granular slow-release fertilizer for spring to avoid the initiation of tender new growth. It is recommended to apply 1 inch of water per week during the first growing season and be extra mindful during periods of heat and drought. 3. Prune Do not prune. 4. Mulch Applying a winter top-dressing of mulch will provide protection to the roots from severe winter temperatures and frost heaving. Spread mulch evenly to a depth of 2 to 3 inches (if replenishing, don't allow build up to exceed 4" in depth). If your shrub is in lawn, mulch a ring between 3 to 6 feet in diameter around the trunk. Be careful to keep mulch an inch away from the shrub's trunk.

  November 1. Prune Do not prune.

  December 1. Prune Do not prune.

• 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 For those of you in warmer zones, purchase shrubs after the threat of frost has passed. If you buy sooner, be sure to provide protection to the tender new top growth at night. When choosing plants, don't be shy about popping the plant out of it's pot to inspect the roots. The root mass should be free of black, mushy sections and amply fill the container. Remember, the more roots the better! April Purchase shrubs after the threat of frost has passed. If you buy sooner, be sure to provide protection to the tender new top growth at night. When choosing plants, don't be shy about popping the plant out of it's pot to inspect the roots. The root mass should be free of black, mushy sections and amply fill the container. Remember, the more roots the better! May Now is a great time to visit your garden center to see whats new. When choosing plants, don't be shy about popping the plant out of it's pot to inspect the roots. The root mass should be free of black, mushy sections and amply fill the container. Remember, the more roots the better! June For Zone 6, June isn't too late to add to your garden . When choosing plants, don't be shy about popping the plant out of it's pot to inspect the roots. The root mass should be free of black, mushy sections and amply fill the container. Remember, the more roots the better! September Visit your independent garden center now because fall is the best time to purchase shrubs! Here's why: In the spring, a new plant would have to divide it's energy between settling into a new home and growing immediately. In the fall however, the short days are causing the top to go dormant. All the while, the warm soil, that will persist for the coming weeks or months, provides the perfect environment for roots to acclimate. Once spring arrives, the happily established plant can focus on growing and flowering. When choosing plants, don't be shy about popping the plant out of it's pot to inspect the roots. The root mass should be free of black, mushy sections and amply fill the container. Remember, the more roots the better! October Visit your independent garden center now because fall is the best time to purchase shrubs! Here's why: In the spring, a new plant would have to divide it's energy between settling into a new home and growing immediately. In the fall however, the short days are causing the top to go dormant. All the while, the warm soil, that will persist for the coming weeks or months, provides the perfect environment for roots to acclimate. Once spring arrives, the happily established plant can focus on growing and flowering. When choosing plants, don't be shy about popping the plant out of it's pot to inspect the roots. The root mass should be free of black, mushy sections and amply fill the container. Remember, the more roots the better!

  Plant When's a good time to plant this plant or bulb? Any special planting instructions? March For those of you in warmer zones, plant as soon as the threat of frost has passed and the soil is workable. If the threat of frost persists, be sure to provide protection to tender new growth of the plant by covering at night. For BLUE BUNNY, choose a medium to sunny location. Requires moist, well drained soil. Supplemental watering may be needed in very hot weather. May do better in part shade in the south. Apply a granular slow release fertilizer and water in well. It is recommended to apply 1 inch of water per week during the first growing season and be extra mindful during periods of heat and drought. April Plant as soon as the threat of frost has passed and the soil is workable. If the threat of frost persists, be sure to provide protection to tender new growth of the plant by covering at night. For BLUE BUNNY, choose a medium to sunny location. Requires moist, well drained soil. Supplemental watering may be needed in very hot weather. May do better in part shade in the south. Apply a granular slow release fertilizer and water in well. It is recommended to apply 1 inch of water per week during the first growing season and be extra mindful during periods of heat and drought. May Ready to get out into your garden? It isn't too late to add new plants to your garden! However, with the increasing heat and longer days, pay extra attention to the watering needs of freshly planted shrubs. For BLUE BUNNY, choose a medium to sunny location. Requires moist, well drained soil. Supplemental watering may be needed in very hot weather. May do better in part shade in the south. Apply a granular slow release fertilizer and water in well. It is recommended to apply 1 inch of water per week during the first growing season and be extra mindful during periods of heat and drought. June For Zone 6, June isn't too late to add new plants to your garden! However, with the increasing heat and longer days, pay extra attention to the watering needs of freshly planted shrubs. For BLUE BUNNY, choose a medium to sunny location. Requires moist, well drained soil. Supplemental watering may be needed in very hot weather. May do better in part shade in the south. Apply a granular slow release fertilizer and water in well. It is recommended to apply 1 inch of water per week during the first growing season and be extra mindful during periods of heat and drought. September Planting flowering shrubs now is a great time to get a jump on next year's garden! For BLUE BUNNY, choose a medium to sunny location. Requires moist, well drained soil. Supplemental watering may be needed in very hot weather. May do better in part shade in the south. Save the application of a granular slow-release fertilizer for spring to avoid the initiation of tender new growth. It is recommended to apply 1 inch of water per week during the first growing season and be extra mindful during periods of heat and drought. October Planting flowering shrubs now is a great time to get a jump on next year's garden! For BLUE BUNNY, choose a medium to sunny location. Requires moist, well drained soil. Supplemental watering may be needed in very hot weather. May do better in part shade in the south. Save the application of a granular slow-release fertilizer for spring to avoid the initiation of tender new growth. It is recommended to apply 1 inch of water per week during the first growing season and be extra mindful during periods of heat and drought.

  Fertilize When should you fertilize this plant? Which kind of fertilizer do you recommend? Should you use different fertilizers at different times of year? April A top dressing of a granular slow release fertilizer in early spring is all this hardy shrub will need. May A top dressing of a granular slow release fertilizer in early spring is all this hardy shrub will need. June A top dressing of a granular slow release fertilizer in early spring is all this hardy shrub will need.

  Water Is there a time to reduce or increase watering? Any special requirements? Things to avoid during certain times of the year? May As a rule of thumb, apply 1 inch of water per week during the first growing season. Be mindful of hot days and periods of drought. Once established, supplemental watering may be needed in very hot weather. May do better in part shade in the south. June As a rule of thumb, apply 1 inch of water per week during the first growing season. Be mindful of hot days and periods of drought. Once established, supplemental watering may be needed in very hot weather. May do better in part shade in the south. July As a rule of thumb, apply 1 inch of water per week during the first growing season. Be mindful of hot days and periods of drought. Once established, supplemental watering may be needed in very hot weather. May do better in part shade in the south. August As a rule of thumb, apply 1 inch of water per week during the first growing season. Be mindful of hot days and periods of drought. Once established, supplemental watering may be needed in very hot weather. May do better in part shade in the south. September As a rule of thumb, apply 1 inch of water per week during the first growing season. Be mindful of hot days and periods of drought. Once established, supplemental watering may be needed in very hot weather. May do better in part shade in the south.

  Prune When's a good time to prune this plant? How about deadheading, pinching back, trimming or any other grooming? Any special requirements? January Do not prune. February Do not prune. March Do not prune. For those of you in Zone 6, prune with caution! If your area has already begun to warm up and leaf initiation is visible, don't compromise this season's flower buds. Put off pruning until the following winter. April Do not prune. May Do not prune. June Do not prune. July Lightly prune to shape immediately after flowering. August Lightly prune to shape immediately after flowering. September Do not prune. October Do not prune. November Do not prune. December Do not prune.

  Mulch Does this plant need to be mulched? Are there specific types of Mulch which are better for this plant? How much? March Applying mulch around your flowering shrubs in the spring is a great idea. Not only does it look attractive, it keeps roots cool, conserves soil moisture, reduces water requirements, and acts as an effective weed barrier. Spread mulch evenly to a depth of 2 to 3 inches (if replenishing, don't allow build up to exceed 4" in depth). If your shrub is in lawn, mulch a ring between 3 to 6 feet in diameter around the trunk. Be careful to keep mulch an inch away from the shrub's trunk. April Applying mulch around your flowering shrubs in the spring is a great idea. Not only does it look attractive, it keeps roots cool, conserves soil moisture, reduces water requirements, and acts as an effective weed barrier. Spread mulch evenly to a depth of 2 to 3 inches (if replenishing, don't allow build up to exceed 4" in depth). If your shrub is in lawn, mulch a ring between 3 to 6 feet in diameter around the trunk. Be careful to keep mulch an inch away from the shrub's trunk. Applying mulch around your flowering shrubs in the spring is a great idea. Not only does it look attractive, it keeps roots cool, conserves soil moisture, reduces water requirements, and acts as an effective weed barrier. Spread mulch evenly to a depth of 2 to 3 inches (if replenishing, don't allow build up to exceed 4" in depth). If your shrub is in lawn, mulch a ring between 3 to 6 feet in diameter around the trunk. Be careful to keep mulch an inch away from the shrub's trunk. May Applying mulch around your flowering shrubs in the spring is a great idea. Not only does it look attractive, it keeps roots cool, conserves soil moisture, reduces water requirements, and acts as an effective weed barrier. Spread mulch evenly to a depth of 2 to 3 inches (if replenishing, don't allow build up to exceed 4" in depth). If your shrub is in lawn, mulch a ring between 3 to 6 feet in diameter around the trunk. Be careful to keep mulch an inch away from the shrub's trunk. September Applying a winter top-dressing of mulch will provide protection to the roots from severe winter temperatures and frost heaving. Spread mulch evenly to a depth of 2 to 3 inches (if replenishing, don't allow build up to exceed 4" in depth). If your shrub is in lawn, mulch a ring between 3 to 6 feet in diameter around the trunk. Be careful to keep mulch an inch away from the shrub's trunk. October Applying a winter top-dressing of mulch will provide protection to the roots from severe winter temperatures and frost heaving. Spread mulch evenly to a depth of 2 to 3 inches (if replenishing, don't allow build up to exceed 4" in depth). If your shrub is in lawn, mulch a ring between 3 to 6 feet in diameter around the trunk. Be careful to keep mulch an inch away from the shrub's trunk.