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Canna
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Instruction By Steve Brigham Notes In California\'s Central Valley and surrounding foothills, cannas are easy to grow and make colorful landscape plants. Remember to give them plenty of water during the growing season (they will even grow in wet places), and plan on grooming them regularly for best results. Sunset Zones - 1
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Plant Care Instruction
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March1. BuyBuy bare-root rhizomes in nurseries or by mail, or purchase plants in pots.2. PlantPlant rhizomes in rich, loose soil 2-4\" deep and 12-18\" apart.3. FertilizeFeed with a balanced fertilizer; water fertilizer in well so that none remains on any exposed rhizomes. Cannas love to be fed!4. WaterWater regularly for best growth and bloom. Cannas love water!5. PruneClean up old clumps by cutting old stems to the ground, making room for new spring growth and bloom.6. MulchMulch heavily to conserve water use and keep roots moist.7. Pest/Disease InspectionWatch for snails and slugs, also chewing insects and mealybugs on leaves.8. Treat for Pest/DiseaseControl snails and slugs with bait. Insect pests can be discouraged with a strong spray of water to wash off the foliage.9. TransplantDivide and transplant older clumps, if necessary, discarding old rhizomes and keeping fresh new ones.10. PropagatePropagate by digging rhizomes with fresh new growth from the outside edges of clumps.April1. BuyBuy bare-root rhizomes in nurseries or by mail, or purchase plants in pots.2. PlantPlant rhizomes in rich, loose soil 2-4\" deep and 12-18\" apart.3. WaterWater regularly for best growth and bloom. Cannas love water!4. PruneClean up old clumps by cutting old stems to the ground, making room for new spring growth and bloom.5. Pest/Disease InspectionWatch for snails and slugs, also chewing insects and mealybugs on leaves.6. Treat for Pest/DiseaseControl snails and slugs with bait. Insect pests can be discouraged with a strong spray of water to wash off the foliage.7. TransplantDivide and transplant older clumps, if necessary, discarding old rhizomes and keeping fresh new ones.8. PropagatePropagate by digging rhizomes with fresh new growth from the outside edges of clumps.May1. BuyBuy bare-root rhizomes in nurseries or by mail, or purchase plants in pots.2. PlantPlant rhizomes in rich, loose soil 2-4\" deep and 12-18\" apart.3. WaterWater regularly for best growth and bloom. Cannas love water!4. PrunePeriodically remove faded flowers and any unsightly leaves to keep clumps looking their best. After a flowering stalk is done blooming, cut it back to the ground.5. Pest/Disease InspectionWatch for snails and slugs, also chewing insects and mealybugs on leaves.6. Treat for Pest/DiseaseControl snails and slugs with bait. Insect pests can be discouraged with a strong spray of water to wash off the foliage.7. TransplantDivide and transplant older clumps, if necessary, discarding old rhizomes and keeping fresh new ones.8. PropagatePropagate by digging rhizomes with fresh new growth from the outside edges of clumps.June1. BuyBuy bare-root rhizomes in nurseries or by mail, or purchase plants in pots.2. PlantPlant rhizomes in rich, loose soil 2-4\" deep and 12-18\" apart.3. FertilizeFeed with a balanced fertilizer; water fertilizer in well so that none remains on any exposed rhizomes. Cannas love to be fed!4. WaterWater regularly for best growth and bloom. Cannas love water!5. PrunePeriodically remove faded flowers and any unsightly leaves to keep clumps looking their best. After a flowering stalk is done blooming, cut it back to the ground.6. MulchMulch heavily to conserve water use and keep roots moist.7. Pest/Disease InspectionWatch for snails and slugs, also chewing insects and mealybugs on leaves.8. Treat for Pest/DiseaseControl snails and slugs with bait. Insect pests can be discouraged with a strong spray of water to wash off the foliage.9. PropagatePropagate by digging rhizomes with fresh new growth from the outside edges of clumps.July1. WaterWater regularly for best growth and bloom. Cannas love water!2. PrunePeriodically remove faded flowers and any unsightly leaves to keep clumps looking their best. After a flowering stalk is done blooming, cut it back to the ground.3. Pest/Disease InspectionWatch for snails and slugs, also chewing insects and mealybugs on leaves.4. Treat for Pest/DiseaseControl snails and slugs with bait. Insect pests can be discouraged with a strong spray of water to wash off the foliage.5. PropagatePropagate by digging rhizomes with fresh new growth from the outside edges of clumps.August1. WaterWater regularly for best growth and bloom. Cannas love water!2. PrunePeriodically remove faded flowers and any unsightly leaves to keep clumps looking their best. After a flowering stalk is done blooming, cut it back to the ground.3. Pest/Disease InspectionWatch for snails and slugs, also chewing insects and mealybugs on leaves.4. Treat for Pest/DiseaseControl snails and slugs with bait. Insect pests can be discouraged with a strong spray of water to wash off the foliage.5. PropagatePropagate by digging rhizomes with fresh new growth from the outside edges of clumps.September1. FertilizeFeed with a balanced fertilizer; water fertilizer in well so that none remains on any exposed rhizomes. Cannas love to be fed!2. WaterWater regularly for best growth and bloom. Cannas love water!3. PrunePeriodically remove faded flowers and any unsightly leaves to keep clumps looking their best. After a flowering stalk is done blooming, cut it back to the ground.4. MulchMulch heavily to conserve water use and keep roots moist.5. Pest/Disease InspectionWatch for snails and slugs, also chewing insects and mealybugs on leaves.6. Treat for Pest/DiseaseControl snails and slugs with bait. Insect pests can be discouraged with a strong spray of water to wash off the foliage.October1. WaterWater regularly for best growth and bloom. Cannas love water!2. PrunePeriodically remove faded flowers and any unsightly leaves to keep clumps looking their best. After a flowering stalk is done blooming, cut it back to the ground.3. Pest/Disease InspectionWatch for snails and slugs, also chewing insects and mealybugs on leaves.4. Treat for Pest/DiseaseControl snails and slugs with bait. Insect pests can be discouraged with a strong spray of water to wash off the foliage.November1. WaterWater regularly for best growth and bloom. Cannas love 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!
March
Buy bare-root rhizomes in nurseries or by mail, or purchase plants in pots.
April
Buy bare-root rhizomes in nurseries or by mail, or purchase plants in pots.
May
Buy bare-root rhizomes in nurseries or by mail, or purchase plants in pots.
June
Buy bare-root rhizomes in nurseries or by mail, or purchase plants in pots.
Plant
When's a good time to plant this plant or bulb? Any special planting instructions?
March
Plant rhizomes in rich, loose soil 2-4\" deep and 12-18\" apart.
April
Plant rhizomes in rich, loose soil 2-4\" deep and 12-18\" apart.
May
Plant rhizomes in rich, loose soil 2-4\" deep and 12-18\" apart.
June
Plant rhizomes in rich, loose soil 2-4\" deep and 12-18\" apart.
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 with a balanced fertilizer; water fertilizer in well so that none remains on any exposed rhizomes. Cannas love to be fed!
June
Feed with a balanced fertilizer; water fertilizer in well so that none remains on any exposed rhizomes. Cannas love to be fed!
September
Feed with a balanced fertilizer; water fertilizer in well so that none remains on any exposed rhizomes. Cannas love to be fed!
Water
Is there a time to reduce or increase watering? Any special requirements? Things to avoid during certain times of the year?
March
Water regularly for best growth and bloom. Cannas love water!
April
Water regularly for best growth and bloom. Cannas love water!
May
Water regularly for best growth and bloom. Cannas love water!
June
Water regularly for best growth and bloom. Cannas love water!
July
Water regularly for best growth and bloom. Cannas love water!
August
Water regularly for best growth and bloom. Cannas love water!
September
Water regularly for best growth and bloom. Cannas love water!
October
Water regularly for best growth and bloom. Cannas love water!
November
Water regularly for best growth and bloom. Cannas love water!
Prune
When's a good time to prune this plant? How about deadheading, pinching back, trimming or any other grooming? Any special requirements?
March
Clean up old clumps by cutting old stems to the ground, making room for new spring growth and bloom.
April
Clean up old clumps by cutting old stems to the ground, making room for new spring growth and bloom.
May
Periodically remove faded flowers and any unsightly leaves to keep clumps looking their best. After a flowering stalk is done blooming, cut it back to the ground.
June
Periodically remove faded flowers and any unsightly leaves to keep clumps looking their best. After a flowering stalk is done blooming, cut it back to the ground.
July
Periodically remove faded flowers and any unsightly leaves to keep clumps looking their best. After a flowering stalk is done blooming, cut it back to the ground.
August
Periodically remove faded flowers and any unsightly leaves to keep clumps looking their best. After a flowering stalk is done blooming, cut it back to the ground.
September
Periodically remove faded flowers and any unsightly leaves to keep clumps looking their best. After a flowering stalk is done blooming, cut it back to the ground.
October
Periodically remove faded flowers and any unsightly leaves to keep clumps looking their best. After a flowering stalk is done blooming, cut it back to the ground.
Mulch
Does this plant need to be mulched? Are there specific types of Mulch which are better for this plant? How much?
March
Mulch heavily to conserve water use and keep roots moist.
June
Mulch heavily to conserve water use and keep roots moist.
September
Mulch heavily to conserve water use and keep roots moist.
Pest/Disease Inspection
What are the common problems this plant will face and when should you look for them to appear?
March
Watch for snails and slugs, also chewing insects and mealybugs on leaves.
April
Watch for snails and slugs, also chewing insects and mealybugs on leaves.
May
Watch for snails and slugs, also chewing insects and mealybugs on leaves.
June
Watch for snails and slugs, also chewing insects and mealybugs on leaves.
July
Watch for snails and slugs, also chewing insects and mealybugs on leaves.
August
Watch for snails and slugs, also chewing insects and mealybugs on leaves.
September
Watch for snails and slugs, also chewing insects and mealybugs on leaves.
October
Watch for snails and slugs, also chewing insects and mealybugs on 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?
March
Control snails and slugs with bait. Insect pests can be discouraged with a strong spray of water to wash off the foliage.
April
Control snails and slugs with bait. Insect pests can be discouraged with a strong spray of water to wash off the foliage.
May
Control snails and slugs with bait. Insect pests can be discouraged with a strong spray of water to wash off the foliage.
June
Control snails and slugs with bait. Insect pests can be discouraged with a strong spray of water to wash off the foliage.
July
Control snails and slugs with bait. Insect pests can be discouraged with a strong spray of water to wash off the foliage.
August
Control snails and slugs with bait. Insect pests can be discouraged with a strong spray of water to wash off the foliage.
September
Control snails and slugs with bait. Insect pests can be discouraged with a strong spray of water to wash off the foliage.
October
Control snails and slugs with bait. Insect pests can be discouraged with a strong spray of water to wash off the foliage.
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?
March
Divide and transplant older clumps, if necessary, discarding old rhizomes and keeping fresh new ones.
April
Divide and transplant older clumps, if necessary, discarding old rhizomes and keeping fresh new ones.
May
Divide and transplant older clumps, if necessary, discarding old rhizomes and keeping fresh new ones.
Propagate
When's a good time to divide, take cuttings, layer or propagate this plant. Any special requirements?
March
Propagate by digging rhizomes with fresh new growth from the outside edges of clumps.
April
Propagate by digging rhizomes with fresh new growth from the outside edges of clumps.
May
Propagate by digging rhizomes with fresh new growth from the outside edges of clumps.
June
Propagate by digging rhizomes with fresh new growth from the outside edges of clumps.
July
Propagate by digging rhizomes with fresh new growth from the outside edges of clumps.
August
Propagate by digging rhizomes with fresh new growth from the outside edges of clumps.