EMPTY_STRING BuyWhen'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! MarchBuy container-grown plants from nurseries, or order by mail from specialty growers. AprilBuy container-grown plants from nurseries, or order by mail from specialty growers. MayBuy container-grown plants from nurseries, or order by mail from specialty growers. JuneBuy container-grown plants from nurseries, or order by mail from specialty growers. JulyBuy container-grown plants from nurseries, or order by mail from specialty growers. AugustBuy container-grown plants from nurseries, or order by mail from specialty growers. SeptemberBuy container-grown plants from nurseries, or order by mail from specialty growers. |
PlantWhen's a good time to plant this plant or bulb? Any special planting instructions? MarchPlant in shade in rich soil, using plenty of soil amendment. AprilPlant in shade in rich soil, using plenty of soil amendment. MayPlant in shade in rich soil, using plenty of soil amendment. JunePlant in shade in rich soil, using plenty of soil amendment. JulyPlant in shade in rich soil, using plenty of soil amendment. AugustPlant in shade in rich soil, using plenty of soil amendment. SeptemberPlant in shade in rich soil, using plenty of soil amendment. |
Sow SeedsWhen can you plant these seeds? When's the best time? Can you start them indoors and move them out? Do they have any special requirements? |
FertilizeWhen should you fertilize this plant? Which kind of fertilizer do you recommend? Should you use different fertilizers at different times of year? AprilFeed lightly with an acid-type fertilizer once a month during the growing season. MayFeed lightly with an acid-type fertilizer once a month during the growing season. JuneFeed lightly with an acid-type fertilizer once a month during the growing season. JulyFeed lightly with an acid-type fertilizer once a month during the growing season. AugustFeed lightly with an acid-type fertilizer once a month during the growing season. SeptemberFeed lightly with an acid-type fertilizer once a month during the growing season. |
WaterIs there a time to reduce or increase watering? Any special requirements? Things to avoid during certain times of the year? MarchKeep moist throughout the growing season. Overhead sprinkling helps to keep humidity levels up. AprilKeep moist throughout the growing season. Overhead sprinkling helps to keep humidity levels up. MayKeep moist throughout the growing season. Overhead sprinkling helps to keep humidity levels up. JuneKeep moist throughout the growing season. Overhead sprinkling helps to keep humidity levels up. JulyKeep moist throughout the growing season. Overhead sprinkling helps to keep humidity levels up. AugustKeep moist throughout the growing season. Overhead sprinkling helps to keep humidity levels up. SeptemberKeep moist throughout the growing season. Overhead sprinkling helps to keep humidity levels up. OctoberKeep moist throughout the growing season. Overhead sprinkling helps to keep humidity levels up. |
PruneWhen's a good time to prune this plant? How about deadheading, pinching back, trimming or any other grooming? Any special requirements? |
MulchDoes this plant need to be mulched? Are there specific types of Mulch which are better for this plant? How much? MarchMaintain a generous layer of mulch around plants to keep soil moist and increse humidity. AprilMaintain a generous layer of mulch around plants to keep soil moist and increse humidity. MayMaintain a generous layer of mulch around plants to keep soil moist and increse humidity. JuneMaintain a generous layer of mulch around plants to keep soil moist and increse humidity. JulyMaintain a generous layer of mulch around plants to keep soil moist and increse humidity. AugustMaintain a generous layer of mulch around plants to keep soil moist and increse humidity. SeptemberMaintain a generous layer of mulch around plants to keep soil moist and increse humidity. OctoberMaintain a generous layer of mulch around plants to keep soil moist and increse humidity. |
ProtectWhen and how should you protect this plant from birds, deer, rabbits? Does this plant need be covered, or wrapped or painted or moved? |
Pest/Disease InspectionWhat are the common problems this plant will face and when should you look for them to appear? MarchInspect for snails and slugs regularly! AprilInspect for snails and slugs regularly! MayInspect for snails and slugs regularly! JuneInspect for snails and slugs regularly! JulyInspect for snails and slugs regularly! AugustInspect for snails and slugs regularly! SeptemberInspect for snails and slugs regularly! OctoberInspect for snails and slugs regularly! |
Treat for Pest/DiseaseHow do you treat the common problems for this plant? What products or concoctions or natural means do you use? Any special requirements? MarchKeep all snails and slugs away from plants. Use Sluggo to eliminate these pests when necessary. AprilKeep all snails and slugs away from plants. Use Sluggo to eliminate these pests when necessary. MayKeep all snails and slugs away from plants. Use Sluggo to eliminate these pests when necessary. JuneKeep all snails and slugs away from plants. Use Sluggo to eliminate these pests when necessary. JulyKeep all snails and slugs away from plants. Use Sluggo to eliminate these pests when necessary. AugustKeep all snails and slugs away from plants. Use Sluggo to eliminate these pests when necessary. SeptemberKeep all snails and slugs away from plants. Use Sluggo to eliminate these pests when necessary. OctoberKeep all snails and slugs away from plants. Use Sluggo to eliminate these pests when necessary. |
TransplantWhen's the best time to dig up and transplant this from one spot to another? (This is different than planting). Any special requirements? MarchDivide and transplant older clumps just before new growth begins in the spring. AprilDivide and transplant older clumps just before new growth begins in the spring. MayDivide and transplant older clumps just before new growth begins in the spring. |
PropagateWhen's a good time to divide, take cuttings, layer or propagate this plant. Any special requirements? MarchPropagate by dividing plants just before new growth begins in the spring. AprilPropagate by dividing plants just before new growth begins in the spring. MayPropagate by dividing plants just before new growth begins in the spring. |
HarvestWhen's a good time to harvest this plant? What's the best way to harvest? Are there special requirements or features? |
Special requirementsAny other requirement for this plant? Is there anything that doesn't fit into the other care categories? |