General Information

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  January 1. Water Water every two to three weeks if there is no rain. Avoid overwatering. Plant responds poorly to overly wet soil. 2. Pest/Disease Inspection Check for signs of fireblight, which include oozing from cankers on branches and flower and leaf dieback. Also be on the lookout for symptoms of scab, which starts as olive-green to brown scabs that enlarge and become hard bumps. 3. Treat for Pest/Disease Treat for scab with the appropriate fungicide. Cut out and dispose of plant parts affected by fireblight.

  February 1. Water Water every two to three weeks if there is no rain. Avoid overwatering. Plant responds poorly to overly wet soil. 2. Pest/Disease Inspection Check for signs of fireblight, which include oozing from cankers on branches and flower and leaf dieback. Also be on the lookout for symptoms of scab, which starts as olive-green to brown scabs that enlarge and become hard bumps. 3. Treat for Pest/Disease Treat for scab with the appropriate fungicide. Cut out and dispose of plant parts affected by fireblight.

  March 1. Water Water every two to three weeks if there is no rain. Avoid overwatering. Plant responds poorly to overly wet soil. 2. Prune Prune sparingly to shape. Removing flowers leads to decreased berry production in fall. 3. Pest/Disease Inspection Check for signs of fireblight, which include oozing from cankers on branches and flower and leaf dieback. Also be on the lookout for symptoms of scab, which starts as olive-green to brown scabs that enlarge and become hard bumps. 4. Treat for Pest/Disease Treat for scab with the appropriate fungicide. Cut out and dispose of plant parts affected by fireblight.

  April 1. Fertilize Apply a half-strength solution of a liquid organic fertilizer. Overfeeding can lead to limited berry production. 2. Water Water every two to three weeks if there is no rain. Avoid overwatering. Plant responds poorly to overly wet soil. 3. Prune Prune sparingly to shape. Removing flowers leads to decreased berry production in fall. 4. Pest/Disease Inspection Check for signs of fireblight, which include oozing from cankers on branches and flower and leaf dieback. Also be on the lookout for symptoms of scab, which starts as olive-green to brown scabs that enlarge and become hard bumps. 5. Treat for Pest/Disease Treat for scab with the appropriate fungicide. Cut out and dispose of plant parts affected by fireblight.

  May 1. Fertilize Apply a half-strength solution of a liquid organic fertilizer. Overfeeding can lead to limited berry production. 2. Water Water every two weeks. Avoid overwatering. Plant responds poorly to overly wet soil. 3. Pest/Disease Inspection Check for signs of fireblight, which include oozing from cankers on branches and flower and leaf dieback. Also be on the lookout for symptoms of scab, which starts as olive-green to brown scabs that enlarge and become hard bumps. 4. Treat for Pest/Disease Treat for scab with the appropriate fungicide. Cut out and dispose of plant parts affected by fireblight.

  June 1. Water Water once a week. Avoid overwatering. Plant responds poorly to overly wet soil. 2. Pest/Disease Inspection Check for signs of fireblight, which include oozing from cankers on branches and flower and leaf dieback. Also be on the lookout for symptoms of scab, which starts as olive-green to brown scabs that enlarge and become hard bumps. 3. Treat for Pest/Disease Treat for scab with the appropriate fungicide. Cut out and dispose of plant parts affected by fireblight.

  July 1. Water Water once a week. Avoid overwatering. Plant responds poorly to overly wet soil. 2. Pest/Disease Inspection Check for signs of fireblight, which include oozing from cankers on branches and flower and leaf dieback. Also be on the lookout for symptoms of scab, which starts as olive-green to brown scabs that enlarge and become hard bumps. 3. Treat for Pest/Disease Treat for scab with the appropriate fungicide. Cut out and dispose of plant parts affected by fireblight.

  August 1. Water Water once a week. Avoid overwatering. Plant responds poorly to overly wet soil. 2. Pest/Disease Inspection Check for signs of fireblight, which include oozing from cankers on branches and flower and leaf dieback. Also be on the lookout for symptoms of scab, which starts as olive-green to brown scabs that enlarge and become hard bumps. 3. Treat for Pest/Disease Treat for scab with the appropriate fungicide. Cut out and dispose of plant parts affected by fireblight.

  September 1. Buy Buy in fall when the plant has berries so you can choose the color you desire. 2. Plant Plant in fall when weather has cooled and plant has berries. 3. Water Water once a week. Avoid overwatering. Plant responds poorly to overly wet soil. 4. Pest/Disease Inspection Check for signs of fireblight, which include oozing from cankers on branches and flower and leaf dieback. Also be on the lookout for symptoms of scab, which starts as olive-green to brown scabs that enlarge and become hard bumps. 5. Treat for Pest/Disease Treat for scab with the appropriate fungicide. Cut out and dispose of plant parts affected by fireblight. 6. Transplant Pyracantha does not transplant well, so avoid moving whenever possible.

  October 1. Buy Buy in fall when the plant has berries so you can choose the color you desire. 2. Plant Plant in fall when weather has cooled and plant has berries. 3. Water Water every two weeks. Avoid overwatering. Plant responds poorly to overly wet soil. 4. Pest/Disease Inspection Check for signs of fireblight, which include oozing from cankers on branches and flower and leaf dieback. Also be on the lookout for symptoms of scab, which starts as olive-green to brown scabs that enlarge and become hard bumps. 5. Treat for Pest/Disease Treat for scab with the appropriate fungicide. Cut out and dispose of plant parts affected by fireblight. 6. Transplant Pyracantha does not transplant well, so avoid moving whenever possible.

  November 1. Buy Buy in fall when the plant has berries so you can choose the color you desire. 2. Plant Plant in fall when weather has cooled and plant has berries. 3. Water Water every two to three weeks if there is no rain. Avoid overwatering. Plant responds poorly to overly wet soil. 4. Pest/Disease Inspection Check for signs of fireblight, which include oozing from cankers on branches and flower and leaf dieback. Also be on the lookout for symptoms of scab. which starts as olive-green to brown scabs that enlarge and become hard bumps. 5. Treat for Pest/Disease Treat for scab with the appropriate fungicide. Cut out and dispose of plant parts affected by fireblight. 6. Transplant Pyracantha does not transplant well, so avoid moving whenever possible.

  December 1. Water Water every two to three weeks if there is no rain. Avoid overwatering. Plant responds poorly to overly wet soil. 2. Pest/Disease Inspection Check for signs of fireblight, which include oozing from cankers on branches and flower and leaf dieback. Also be on the lookout for symptoms of scab, which starts as olive-green to brown scabs that enlarge and become hard bumps. 3. Treat for Pest/Disease Treat for scab with the appropriate fungicide. Cut out and dispose of plant parts affected by fireblight.

• 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! September Buy in fall when the plant has berries so you can choose the color you desire. October Buy in fall when the plant has berries so you can choose the color you desire. November Buy in fall when the plant has berries so you can choose the color you desire.

  Plant When's a good time to plant this plant or bulb? Any special planting instructions? September Plant in fall when weather has cooled and plant has berries. October Plant in fall when weather has cooled and plant has berries. November Plant in fall when weather has cooled and plant has berries.

  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 Apply a half-strength solution of a liquid organic fertilizer. Overfeeding can lead to limited berry production. May Apply a half-strength solution of a liquid organic fertilizer. Overfeeding can lead to limited berry production.

  Water Is there a time to reduce or increase watering? Any special requirements? Things to avoid during certain times of the year? January Water every two to three weeks if there is no rain. Avoid overwatering. Plant responds poorly to overly wet soil. February Water every two to three weeks if there is no rain. Avoid overwatering. Plant responds poorly to overly wet soil. March Water every two to three weeks if there is no rain. Avoid overwatering. Plant responds poorly to overly wet soil. April Water every two to three weeks if there is no rain. Avoid overwatering. Plant responds poorly to overly wet soil. May Water every two weeks. Avoid overwatering. Plant responds poorly to overly wet soil. June Water once a week. Avoid overwatering. Plant responds poorly to overly wet soil. July Water once a week. Avoid overwatering. Plant responds poorly to overly wet soil. August Water once a week. Avoid overwatering. Plant responds poorly to overly wet soil. September Water once a week. Avoid overwatering. Plant responds poorly to overly wet soil. October Water every two weeks. Avoid overwatering. Plant responds poorly to overly wet soil. November Water every two to three weeks if there is no rain. Avoid overwatering. Plant responds poorly to overly wet soil. December Water every two to three weeks if there is no rain. Avoid overwatering. Plant responds poorly to overly wet soil.

  Prune When's a good time to prune this plant? How about deadheading, pinching back, trimming or any other grooming? Any special requirements? March Prune sparingly to shape. Removing flowers leads to decreased berry production in fall. April Prune sparingly to shape. Removing flowers leads to decreased berry production in fall.

  Pest/Disease Inspection What are the common problems this plant will face and when should you look for them to appear? January Check for signs of fireblight, which include oozing from cankers on branches and flower and leaf dieback. Also be on the lookout for symptoms of scab, which starts as olive-green to brown scabs that enlarge and become hard bumps. February Check for signs of fireblight, which include oozing from cankers on branches and flower and leaf dieback. Also be on the lookout for symptoms of scab, which starts as olive-green to brown scabs that enlarge and become hard bumps. March Check for signs of fireblight, which include oozing from cankers on branches and flower and leaf dieback. Also be on the lookout for symptoms of scab, which starts as olive-green to brown scabs that enlarge and become hard bumps. April Check for signs of fireblight, which include oozing from cankers on branches and flower and leaf dieback. Also be on the lookout for symptoms of scab, which starts as olive-green to brown scabs that enlarge and become hard bumps. May Check for signs of fireblight, which include oozing from cankers on branches and flower and leaf dieback. Also be on the lookout for symptoms of scab, which starts as olive-green to brown scabs that enlarge and become hard bumps. June Check for signs of fireblight, which include oozing from cankers on branches and flower and leaf dieback. Also be on the lookout for symptoms of scab, which starts as olive-green to brown scabs that enlarge and become hard bumps. July Check for signs of fireblight, which include oozing from cankers on branches and flower and leaf dieback. Also be on the lookout for symptoms of scab, which starts as olive-green to brown scabs that enlarge and become hard bumps. August Check for signs of fireblight, which include oozing from cankers on branches and flower and leaf dieback. Also be on the lookout for symptoms of scab, which starts as olive-green to brown scabs that enlarge and become hard bumps. September Check for signs of fireblight, which include oozing from cankers on branches and flower and leaf dieback. Also be on the lookout for symptoms of scab, which starts as olive-green to brown scabs that enlarge and become hard bumps. October Check for signs of fireblight, which include oozing from cankers on branches and flower and leaf dieback. Also be on the lookout for symptoms of scab, which starts as olive-green to brown scabs that enlarge and become hard bumps. November Check for signs of fireblight, which include oozing from cankers on branches and flower and leaf dieback. Also be on the lookout for symptoms of scab. which starts as olive-green to brown scabs that enlarge and become hard bumps. December Check for signs of fireblight, which include oozing from cankers on branches and flower and leaf dieback. Also be on the lookout for symptoms of scab, which starts as olive-green to brown scabs that enlarge and become hard bumps.

  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 Treat for scab with the appropriate fungicide. Cut out and dispose of plant parts affected by fireblight. February Treat for scab with the appropriate fungicide. Cut out and dispose of plant parts affected by fireblight. March Treat for scab with the appropriate fungicide. Cut out and dispose of plant parts affected by fireblight. April Treat for scab with the appropriate fungicide. Cut out and dispose of plant parts affected by fireblight. May Treat for scab with the appropriate fungicide. Cut out and dispose of plant parts affected by fireblight. June Treat for scab with the appropriate fungicide. Cut out and dispose of plant parts affected by fireblight. July Treat for scab with the appropriate fungicide. Cut out and dispose of plant parts affected by fireblight. August Treat for scab with the appropriate fungicide. Cut out and dispose of plant parts affected by fireblight. September Treat for scab with the appropriate fungicide. Cut out and dispose of plant parts affected by fireblight. October Treat for scab with the appropriate fungicide. Cut out and dispose of plant parts affected by fireblight. November Treat for scab with the appropriate fungicide. Cut out and dispose of plant parts affected by fireblight. December Treat for scab with the appropriate fungicide. Cut out and dispose of plant parts affected by fireblight.

  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? September Pyracantha does not transplant well, so avoid moving whenever possible. October Pyracantha does not transplant well, so avoid moving whenever possible. November Pyracantha does not transplant well, so avoid moving whenever possible.