General Information

• Scroll down or click on any month for plant care instructions
  • January
  • February
  • March
  • April
  • May
  • June
  • July
  • August
  • September
  • October
  • November
  • December

  January 1. Water Water regularly but deeply during dry periods, but do not over-water.

  February 1. Water Water regularly but deeply during dry periods, but do not over-water. 2. Prune Prune to shape and to promote fresh new growth and bloom.

  March 1. Water Water regularly but deeply during dry periods, but do not over-water. 2. Prune Prune to shape and to promote fresh new growth and bloom.

  April 1. Fertilize Feed lightly with a balanced fertilizer. 2. Water Water regularly but deeply during dry periods, but do not over-water. 3. Mulch Mulch to conserve water use.

  May 1. Buy Buy trees in bloom to get the color you want. 2. Plant Plant from containers now, in full sun in a well-drained soil in areas with good air circulation. 3. Water Water regularly but deeply during dry periods, but do not over-water. 4. Pest/Disease Inspection At locations on the immediate coast, watch for powdery mildew on the leaves. 5. Treat for Pest/Disease If powdery mildew appears, try washing folige with a strong spray of water in the early morning.

  June 1. Buy Buy trees in bloom to get the color you want. 2. Plant Plant from containers now, in full sun in a well-drained soil in areas with good air circulation. 3. Water Water regularly but deeply during dry periods, but do not over-water. 4. Pest/Disease Inspection At locations on the immediate coast, watch for powdery mildew on the leaves. 5. Treat for Pest/Disease If powdery mildew appears, try washing folige with a strong spray of water in the early morning.

  July 1. Buy Buy trees in bloom to get the color you want. 2. Plant Plant from containers now, in full sun in a well-drained soil in areas with good air circulation. 3. Water Water regularly but deeply during dry periods, but do not over-water. 4. Mulch Mulch to conserve water use. 5. Pest/Disease Inspection At locations on the immediate coast, watch for powdery mildew on the leaves. 6. Treat for Pest/Disease If powdery mildew appears, try washing folige with a strong spray of water in the early morning.

  August 1. Buy Buy trees in bloom to get the color you want. 2. Plant Plant from containers now, in full sun in a well-drained soil in areas with good air circulation. 3. Water Water regularly but deeply during dry periods, but do not over-water. 4. Pest/Disease Inspection At locations on the immediate coast, watch for powdery mildew on the leaves. 5. Treat for Pest/Disease If powdery mildew appears, try washing folige with a strong spray of water in the early morning.

  September 1. Buy Buy trees in bloom to get the color you want. 2. Plant Plant from containers now, in full sun in a well-drained soil in areas with good air circulation. 3. Fertilize Feed lightly with a balanced fertilizer. 4. Water Water regularly but deeply during dry periods, but do not over-water. 5. Pest/Disease Inspection At locations on the immediate coast, watch for powdery mildew on the leaves. 6. Treat for Pest/Disease If powdery mildew appears, try washing folige with a strong spray of water in the early morning.

  October 1. Water Water regularly but deeply during dry periods, but do not over-water. 2. Mulch Mulch to conserve water use.

  November 1. Water Water regularly but deeply during dry periods, but do not over-water.

  December 1. Water Water regularly but deeply during dry periods, but do not over-water.

• 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! May Buy trees in bloom to get the color you want. June Buy trees in bloom to get the color you want. July Buy trees in bloom to get the color you want. August Buy trees in bloom to get the color you want. September Buy trees in bloom to get the color you want.

  Plant When's a good time to plant this plant or bulb? Any special planting instructions? May Plant from containers now, in full sun in a well-drained soil in areas with good air circulation. June Plant from containers now, in full sun in a well-drained soil in areas with good air circulation. July Plant from containers now, in full sun in a well-drained soil in areas with good air circulation. August Plant from containers now, in full sun in a well-drained soil in areas with good air circulation. September Plant from containers now, in full sun in a well-drained soil in areas with good air circulation.

  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 Feed lightly with a balanced fertilizer. September Feed lightly with a balanced fertilizer.

  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 but deeply during dry periods, but do not over-water. February Water regularly but deeply during dry periods, but do not over-water. March Water regularly but deeply during dry periods, but do not over-water. April Water regularly but deeply during dry periods, but do not over-water. May Water regularly but deeply during dry periods, but do not over-water. June Water regularly but deeply during dry periods, but do not over-water. July Water regularly but deeply during dry periods, but do not over-water. August Water regularly but deeply during dry periods, but do not over-water. September Water regularly but deeply during dry periods, but do not over-water. October Water regularly but deeply during dry periods, but do not over-water. November Water regularly but deeply during dry periods, but do not over-water. December Water regularly but deeply during dry periods, but do not over-water.

  Prune When's a good time to prune this plant? How about deadheading, pinching back, trimming or any other grooming? Any special requirements? February Prune to shape and to promote fresh new growth and bloom. March Prune to shape and to promote fresh new growth and bloom.

  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. July Mulch to conserve water use. October Mulch to conserve water use.

  Pest/Disease Inspection What are the common problems this plant will face and when should you look for them to appear? April At locations on the immediate coast, watch for powdery mildew on the leaves. May At locations on the immediate coast, watch for powdery mildew on the leaves. June At locations on the immediate coast, watch for powdery mildew on the leaves. July At locations on the immediate coast, watch for powdery mildew on the leaves. August At locations on the immediate coast, watch for powdery mildew on the leaves. September At locations on the immediate coast, watch for powdery mildew on the leaves.

  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? April If powdery mildew appears, try washing folige with a strong spray of water in the early morning. May If powdery mildew appears, try washing folige with a strong spray of water in the early morning. June If powdery mildew appears, try washing folige with a strong spray of water in the early morning. July If powdery mildew appears, try washing folige with a strong spray of water in the early morning. August If powdery mildew appears, try washing folige with a strong spray of water in the early morning. September If powdery mildew appears, try washing folige with a strong spray of water in the early morning.