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  January 1. Buy Buy plant when in bloom.

  February 1. Buy Buy plant when in bloom. 2. Plant Plant during a period of no rain in a well-draining, full-sun location. 3. Transplant Plant during a period of no rain in a well-draining, full-sun location.

  March 1. Buy Buy plant when in bloom. 2. Plant Plant during a period of no rain in a well-draining, full-sun location 3. Fertilize Feed once in the spring with a well-balanced fertilizer. 4. Pest/Disease Inspection Check for chlorosis, which is characterized by yellowing leaves and dark leaf veins. The condition indicates iron-deficiency. 5. Treat for Pest/Disease Treat chlorosis by applying an iron chelate fertilizer, according to package directions. 6. Transplant Plant during a period of no rain in a well-draining, full-sun location.

  April 1. Buy Buy plant when in bloom. 2. Plant Plant during a period of no rain in a well-draining, full-sun location 3. Pest/Disease Inspection Check for chlorosis, which is characterized by yellowing leaves and dark leaf veins. The condition indicates iron-deficiency. 4. Treat for Pest/Disease Treat chlorosis by applying an iron chelate fertilizer, according to package directions. 5. Transplant Plant during a period of no rain in a well-draining, full-sun location.

  May 1. Buy Buy plant when in bloom. 2. Plant Plant in a well-draining, full-sun location. 3. Pest/Disease Inspection Check for chlorosis, which is characterized by yellowing leaves and dark leaf veins. The condition indicates iron-deficiency. 4. Treat for Pest/Disease Treat chlorosis by applying an iron chelate fertilizer, according to package directions. 5. Transplant Plant during a period of no rain in a well-draining, full-sun location.

  June 1. Pest/Disease Inspection Check for chlorosis, which is characterized by yellowing leaves and dark leaf veins. The condition indicates iron-deficiency. 2. Treat for Pest/Disease Treat chlorosis by applying an iron chelate fertilizer, according to package directions.

  July 1. Water Water once every two weeks when the top 2 to 4 inches of soil has dried. Avoid overwatering. 2. Pest/Disease Inspection Check for chlorosis, which is characterized by yellowing leaves and dark leaf veins. The condition indicates iron-deficiency. 3. Treat for Pest/Disease Treat chlorosis by applying an iron chelate fertilizer, according to package directions.

  August 1. Water Water once every two weeks when the top 2 to 4 inches of soil has dried. Avoid overwatering. 2. Pest/Disease Inspection Check for chlorosis, which is characterized by yellowing leaves and dark leaf veins. The condition indicates iron-deficiency. 3. Treat for Pest/Disease Treat chlorosis by applying an iron chelate fertilizer, according to package directions.

  September 1. Water Water once every two weeks when the top 2 to 4 inches of soil has dried. Avoid overwatering. 2. Prune Prune out crossing branches and thin the shrub's interior, which will prevent branch die-back from inadequate light and help prevent wind damage. To prune as a shrub, remove the lead shoot. To prune as a tree, remove the branches at the bottom base of the plant. 3. Pest/Disease Inspection Check for chlorosis, which is characterized by yellowing leaves and dark leaf veins. The condition indicates iron-deficiency. 4. Treat for Pest/Disease Treat chlorosis by applying an iron chelate fertilizer, according to package directions.

  October 1. Prune If not done in the prior month, prune out crossing branches and thin the shrub's interior, which will prevent branch die-back from inadequate light and help prevent wind damage. To prune as a shrub, remove the lead shoot. To prune as a tree, remove the branches at the bottom base of the plant. 2. Pest/Disease Inspection Check for chlorosis, which is characterized by yellowing leaves and dark leaf veins. The condition indicates iron-deficiency. 3. Treat for Pest/Disease Treat chlorosis by applying an iron chelate fertilizer, according to package directions.

  November 1. Prune If not done in the prior month, prune out crossing branches and thin the shrub's interior, which will prevent branch die-back from inadequate light and help prevent wind damage. To prune as a shrub, remove the lead shoot. To prune as a tree, remove the branches at the bottom base of the plant.

• 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! January Buy plant when in bloom. February Buy plant when in bloom. March Buy plant when in bloom. April Buy plant when in bloom. May Buy plant when in bloom.

  Plant When's a good time to plant this plant or bulb? Any special planting instructions? February Plant during a period of no rain in a well-draining, full-sun location. March Plant during a period of no rain in a well-draining, full-sun location April Plant during a period of no rain in a well-draining, full-sun location May Plant in a well-draining, full-sun location.

  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 Feed once in the spring with a well-balanced fertilizer.

  Water Is there a time to reduce or increase watering? Any special requirements? Things to avoid during certain times of the year? July Water once every two weeks when the top 2 to 4 inches of soil has dried. Avoid overwatering. August Water once every two weeks when the top 2 to 4 inches of soil has dried. Avoid overwatering. September Water once every two weeks when the top 2 to 4 inches of soil has dried. Avoid overwatering.

  Prune When's a good time to prune this plant? How about deadheading, pinching back, trimming or any other grooming? Any special requirements? September Prune out crossing branches and thin the shrub's interior, which will prevent branch die-back from inadequate light and help prevent wind damage. To prune as a shrub, remove the lead shoot. To prune as a tree, remove the branches at the bottom base of the plant. October If not done in the prior month, prune out crossing branches and thin the shrub's interior, which will prevent branch die-back from inadequate light and help prevent wind damage. To prune as a shrub, remove the lead shoot. To prune as a tree, remove the branches at the bottom base of the plant. November If not done in the prior month, prune out crossing branches and thin the shrub's interior, which will prevent branch die-back from inadequate light and help prevent wind damage. To prune as a shrub, remove the lead shoot. To prune as a tree, remove the branches at the bottom base of the plant.

  Pest/Disease Inspection What are the common problems this plant will face and when should you look for them to appear? March Check for chlorosis, which is characterized by yellowing leaves and dark leaf veins. The condition indicates iron-deficiency. April Check for chlorosis, which is characterized by yellowing leaves and dark leaf veins. The condition indicates iron-deficiency. May Check for chlorosis, which is characterized by yellowing leaves and dark leaf veins. The condition indicates iron-deficiency. June Check for chlorosis, which is characterized by yellowing leaves and dark leaf veins. The condition indicates iron-deficiency. July Check for chlorosis, which is characterized by yellowing leaves and dark leaf veins. The condition indicates iron-deficiency. August Check for chlorosis, which is characterized by yellowing leaves and dark leaf veins. The condition indicates iron-deficiency. September Check for chlorosis, which is characterized by yellowing leaves and dark leaf veins. The condition indicates iron-deficiency. October Check for chlorosis, which is characterized by yellowing leaves and dark leaf veins. The condition indicates iron-deficiency.

  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? March Treat chlorosis by applying an iron chelate fertilizer, according to package directions. April Treat chlorosis by applying an iron chelate fertilizer, according to package directions. May Treat chlorosis by applying an iron chelate fertilizer, according to package directions. June Treat chlorosis by applying an iron chelate fertilizer, according to package directions. July Treat chlorosis by applying an iron chelate fertilizer, according to package directions. August Treat chlorosis by applying an iron chelate fertilizer, according to package directions. September Treat chlorosis by applying an iron chelate fertilizer, according to package directions. October Treat chlorosis by applying an iron chelate fertilizer, according to package directions.

  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? February Plant during a period of no rain in a well-draining, full-sun location. March Plant during a period of no rain in a well-draining, full-sun location. April Plant during a period of no rain in a well-draining, full-sun location. May Plant during a period of no rain in a well-draining, full-sun location. June Treat chlorosis by applying an iron chelate fertilizer, according to package directions. July Treat chlorosis by applying an iron chelate fertilizer, according to package directions. August Treat chlorosis by applying an iron chelate fertilizer, according to package directions. September Treat chlorosis by applying an iron chelate fertilizer, according to package directions. October Treat chlorosis by applying an iron chelate fertilizer, according to package directions.