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General Information
It is important to note that all plants formerly classified under the names Zauschneria californica and Zauschneria arizonica are now properly classified as subspecies and forms of their new species name Epilobium canum. While this makes sense botanically, you\'ll still see them grown and listed as Zauschneria, and so they are listed under both Epilobium canum and Zauschneria californica in this reference. Whatever name you grow them under, the \"California Fuchsias\" are all wonderful drought-tolerant perennials that need little care and provide not only bright garden color and but also food for hummingbirds in late summer and fall. These are rather informal-looking plants which can go dormant with excessive heat or cold; they are best cut back when they get too rangy. Many named varieties are available, ranging from ground-cover types to 2\' tall mounding varieties, with the most spectacular featuring bright orange-red flowers against a background of bright silvery-gray leaves.
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March1. BuyBuy one-gallon plants from a reputable nursery, or order by mail from a specialty nursery to get the varieties you want.2. PlantPlant in full sun in a well-drained soil. Many varieties look very good in hillside plantings combined with other Mediterranean-climate plants.3. WaterWater young plants regularly during dry periods; established plantings need only twice-a-month watering, but will accept weekly watering in hot climates.April1. BuyBuy one-gallon plants from a reputable nursery, or order by mail from a specialty nursery to get the varieties you want.2. PlantPlant in full sun in a well-drained soil. Many varieties look very good in hillside plantings combined with other Mediterranean-climate plants.3. FertilizeLittle fertilizer is necessary, but a light feeding with a balanced fertilizer is beneficial this month.4. WaterWater young plants regularly during dry periods; established plantings need only twice-a-month watering, but will accept weekly watering in hot climates.5. PruneCut rangy plants back when new growth starts in the spring.6. MulchMulch to conserve water use.May1. BuyBuy one-gallon plants from a reputable nursery, or order by mail from a specialty nursery to get the varieties you want.2. PlantPlant in full sun in a well-drained soil. Many varieties look very good in hillside plantings combined with other Mediterranean-climate plants.3. WaterWater young plants regularly during dry periods; established plantings need only twice-a-month watering, but will accept weekly watering in hot climates.June1. BuyBuy one-gallon plants from a reputable nursery, or order by mail from a specialty nursery to get the varieties you want.2. PlantPlant in full sun in a well-drained soil. Many varieties look very good in hillside plantings combined with other Mediterranean-climate plants.3. WaterWater young plants regularly during dry periods; established plantings need only twice-a-month watering, but will accept weekly watering in hot climates.July1. BuyBuy one-gallon plants from a reputable nursery, or order by mail from a specialty nursery to get the varieties you want.2. PlantPlant in full sun in a well-drained soil. Many varieties look very good in hillside plantings combined with other Mediterranean-climate plants.3. WaterWater young plants regularly during dry periods; established plantings need only twice-a-month watering, but will accept weekly watering in hot climates.August1. BuyBuy one-gallon plants from a reputable nursery, or order by mail from a specialty nursery to get the varieties you want.2. PlantPlant in full sun in a well-drained soil. Many varieties look very good in hillside plantings combined with other Mediterranean-climate plants.3. WaterWater young plants regularly during dry periods; established plantings need only twice-a-month watering, but will accept weekly watering in hot climates.September1. BuyBuy one-gallon plants from a reputable nursery, or order by mail from a specialty nursery to get the varieties you want.2. PlantPlant in full sun in a well-drained soil. Many varieties look very good in hillside plantings combined with other Mediterranean-climate plants.3. FertilizeLittle fertilizer is necessary, but a light feeding with a balanced fertilizer is beneficial this month.4. WaterWater young plants regularly during dry periods; established plantings need only twice-a-month watering, but will accept weekly watering in hot climates.5. MulchMulch to conserve water use.October1. BuyBuy one-gallon plants from a reputable nursery, or order by mail from a specialty nursery to get the varieties you want.2. PlantPlant in full sun in a well-drained soil. Many varieties look very good in hillside plantings combined with other Mediterranean-climate plants.3. WaterWater young plants regularly during dry periods; established plantings need only twice-a-month watering, but will accept weekly watering in hot climates.November1. WaterWater young plants regularly during dry periods; established plantings need only twice-a-month watering, but will accept weekly watering in hot climates. -
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 one-gallon plants from a reputable nursery, or order by mail from a specialty nursery to get the varieties you want.
April
Buy one-gallon plants from a reputable nursery, or order by mail from a specialty nursery to get the varieties you want.
May
Buy one-gallon plants from a reputable nursery, or order by mail from a specialty nursery to get the varieties you want.
June
Buy one-gallon plants from a reputable nursery, or order by mail from a specialty nursery to get the varieties you want.
July
Buy one-gallon plants from a reputable nursery, or order by mail from a specialty nursery to get the varieties you want.
August
Buy one-gallon plants from a reputable nursery, or order by mail from a specialty nursery to get the varieties you want.
September
Buy one-gallon plants from a reputable nursery, or order by mail from a specialty nursery to get the varieties you want.
October
Buy one-gallon plants from a reputable nursery, or order by mail from a specialty nursery to get the varieties you want.
Plant
When's a good time to plant this plant or bulb? Any special planting instructions?
March
Plant in full sun in a well-drained soil. Many varieties look very good in hillside plantings combined with other Mediterranean-climate plants.
April
Plant in full sun in a well-drained soil. Many varieties look very good in hillside plantings combined with other Mediterranean-climate plants.
May
Plant in full sun in a well-drained soil. Many varieties look very good in hillside plantings combined with other Mediterranean-climate plants.
June
Plant in full sun in a well-drained soil. Many varieties look very good in hillside plantings combined with other Mediterranean-climate plants.
July
Plant in full sun in a well-drained soil. Many varieties look very good in hillside plantings combined with other Mediterranean-climate plants.
August
Plant in full sun in a well-drained soil. Many varieties look very good in hillside plantings combined with other Mediterranean-climate plants.
September
Plant in full sun in a well-drained soil. Many varieties look very good in hillside plantings combined with other Mediterranean-climate plants.
October
Plant in full sun in a well-drained soil. Many varieties look very good in hillside plantings combined with other Mediterranean-climate plants.
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
Little fertilizer is necessary, but a light feeding with a balanced fertilizer is beneficial this month.
September
Little fertilizer is necessary, but a light feeding with a balanced fertilizer is beneficial this month.
Water
Is there a time to reduce or increase watering? Any special requirements? Things to avoid during certain times of the year?
March
Water young plants regularly during dry periods; established plantings need only twice-a-month watering, but will accept weekly watering in hot climates.
April
Water young plants regularly during dry periods; established plantings need only twice-a-month watering, but will accept weekly watering in hot climates.
May
Water young plants regularly during dry periods; established plantings need only twice-a-month watering, but will accept weekly watering in hot climates.
June
Water young plants regularly during dry periods; established plantings need only twice-a-month watering, but will accept weekly watering in hot climates.
July
Water young plants regularly during dry periods; established plantings need only twice-a-month watering, but will accept weekly watering in hot climates.
August
Water young plants regularly during dry periods; established plantings need only twice-a-month watering, but will accept weekly watering in hot climates.
September
Water young plants regularly during dry periods; established plantings need only twice-a-month watering, but will accept weekly watering in hot climates.
October
Water young plants regularly during dry periods; established plantings need only twice-a-month watering, but will accept weekly watering in hot climates.
November
Water young plants regularly during dry periods; established plantings need only twice-a-month watering, but will accept weekly watering in hot climates.
Prune
When's a good time to prune this plant? How about deadheading, pinching back, trimming or any other grooming? Any special requirements?
April
Cut rangy plants back when new growth starts in the spring.
Mulch
Does this plant need to be mulched? Are there specific types of Mulch which are better for this plant? How much?
April
Mulch to conserve water use.
September
Mulch to conserve water use.
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