Alyogyne hakeifolia Plant Care Reminders
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General Information
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Instruction By Steve Brigham Notes Alyogyne hakeifolia is good low water use plant for well-drained soils in the milder Southern California climates, but it can be short lived in heavy soils. Occasional pruning will make it bloom better and also lengthen its life. Sunset Zones - 1
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Plant Care Instruction
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January1. WaterWater regularly and deeply during dry periods, but don't over-water. Established plants need only weekly or twice-monthly watering.February1. BuyBuy healthy, vigorous plants from a specialty nursery.2. PlantPlant in full sun in well-drained soil.3. WaterWater regularly and deeply during dry periods, but don't over-water. Established plants need only weekly or twice-monthly watering.March1. BuyBuy healthy, vigorous plants from a specialty nursery.2. PlantPlant in full sun in well-drained soil.3. FertilizeAfter pruning, fertilize very lightly with a balanced plant food and water in well.4. WaterWater regularly and deeply during dry periods, but don't over-water. Established plants need only weekly or twice-monthly watering.5. PrunePrune moderately to control size and keep plants bushy. This will encourage fresh new growth and bloom, and prolong the plant's life.6. MulchMaintain a generous mulch around plants to conserve water use, but don't let the mulch get too close to the base of the plant.April1. BuyBuy healthy, vigorous plants from a specialty nursery.2. PlantPlant in full sun in well-drained soil.3. WaterWater regularly and deeply during dry periods, but don't over-water. Established plants need only weekly or twice-monthly watering.4. MulchMaintain a generous mulch around plants to conserve water use, but don't let the mulch get too close to the base of the plant.May1. WaterWater regularly and deeply during dry periods, but don't over-water. Established plants need only weekly or twice-monthly watering.2. MulchMaintain a generous mulch around plants to conserve water use, but don't let the mulch get too close to the base of the plant.3. PropagatePropagate from softwood cuttings of firm young growth.June1. WaterWater regularly and deeply during dry periods, but don't over-water. Established plants need only weekly or twice-monthly watering.2. MulchMaintain a generous mulch around plants to conserve water use, but don't let the mulch get too close to the base of the plant.3. PropagatePropagate from softwood cuttings of firm young growth.July1. WaterWater regularly and deeply during dry periods, but don't over-water. Established plants need only weekly or twice-monthly watering.2. MulchMaintain a generous mulch around plants to conserve water use, but don't let the mulch get too close to the base of the plant.August1. WaterWater regularly and deeply during dry periods, but don't over-water. Established plants need only weekly or twice-monthly watering.2. MulchMaintain a generous mulch around plants to conserve water use, but don't let the mulch get too close to the base of the plant.September1. BuyBuy healthy, vigorous plants from a specialty nursery.2. PlantPlant in full sun in well-drained soil.3. FertilizeAfter pruning, fertilize very lightly with a balanced plant food and water in well.4. WaterWater regularly and deeply during dry periods, but don't over-water. Established plants need only weekly or twice-monthly watering.5. PrunePrune moderately to control size and keep plants bushy. This will encourage fresh new growth and bloom, and prolong the plant's life.6. MulchMaintain a generous mulch around plants to conserve water use, but don't let the mulch get too close to the base of the plant.October1. BuyBuy healthy, vigorous plants from a specialty nursery.2. PlantPlant in full sun in well-drained soil.3. WaterWater regularly and deeply during dry periods, but don't over-water. Established plants need only weekly or twice-monthly watering.4. MulchMaintain a generous mulch around plants to conserve water use, but don't let the mulch get too close to the base of the plant.November1. BuyBuy healthy, vigorous plants from a specialty nursery.2. PlantPlant in full sun in well-drained soil.3. WaterWater regularly and deeply during dry periods, but don't over-water. Established plants need only weekly or twice-monthly watering.December1. WaterWater regularly and deeply during dry periods, but don't over-water. Established plants need only weekly or twice-monthly watering. -
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!
February
Buy healthy, vigorous plants from a specialty nursery.
March
Buy healthy, vigorous plants from a specialty nursery.
April
Buy healthy, vigorous plants from a specialty nursery.
September
Buy healthy, vigorous plants from a specialty nursery.
October
Buy healthy, vigorous plants from a specialty nursery.
November
Buy healthy, vigorous plants from a specialty nursery.
Plant
When's a good time to plant this plant or bulb? Any special planting instructions?
February
Plant in full sun in well-drained soil.
March
Plant in full sun in well-drained soil.
April
Plant in full sun in well-drained soil.
September
Plant in full sun in well-drained soil.
October
Plant in full sun in well-drained soil.
November
Plant in full sun in well-drained soil.
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
After pruning, fertilize very lightly with a balanced plant food and water in well.
September
After pruning, fertilize very lightly with a balanced plant food and water in well.
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 and deeply during dry periods, but don't over-water. Established plants need only weekly or twice-monthly watering.
February
Water regularly and deeply during dry periods, but don't over-water. Established plants need only weekly or twice-monthly watering.
March
Water regularly and deeply during dry periods, but don't over-water. Established plants need only weekly or twice-monthly watering.
April
Water regularly and deeply during dry periods, but don't over-water. Established plants need only weekly or twice-monthly watering.
May
Water regularly and deeply during dry periods, but don't over-water. Established plants need only weekly or twice-monthly watering.
June
Water regularly and deeply during dry periods, but don't over-water. Established plants need only weekly or twice-monthly watering.
July
Water regularly and deeply during dry periods, but don't over-water. Established plants need only weekly or twice-monthly watering.
August
Water regularly and deeply during dry periods, but don't over-water. Established plants need only weekly or twice-monthly watering.
September
Water regularly and deeply during dry periods, but don't over-water. Established plants need only weekly or twice-monthly watering.
October
Water regularly and deeply during dry periods, but don't over-water. Established plants need only weekly or twice-monthly watering.
November
Water regularly and deeply during dry periods, but don't over-water. Established plants need only weekly or twice-monthly watering.
December
Water regularly and deeply during dry periods, but don't over-water. Established plants need only weekly or twice-monthly watering.
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 moderately to control size and keep plants bushy. This will encourage fresh new growth and bloom, and prolong the plant's life.
September
Prune moderately to control size and keep plants bushy. This will encourage fresh new growth and bloom, and prolong the plant's life.
Mulch
Does this plant need to be mulched? Are there specific types of Mulch which are better for this plant? How much?
March
Maintain a generous mulch around plants to conserve water use, but don't let the mulch get too close to the base of the plant.
April
Maintain a generous mulch around plants to conserve water use, but don't let the mulch get too close to the base of the plant.
May
Maintain a generous mulch around plants to conserve water use, but don't let the mulch get too close to the base of the plant.
June
Maintain a generous mulch around plants to conserve water use, but don't let the mulch get too close to the base of the plant.
July
Maintain a generous mulch around plants to conserve water use, but don't let the mulch get too close to the base of the plant.
August
Maintain a generous mulch around plants to conserve water use, but don't let the mulch get too close to the base of the plant.
September
Maintain a generous mulch around plants to conserve water use, but don't let the mulch get too close to the base of the plant.
October
Maintain a generous mulch around plants to conserve water use, but don't let the mulch get too close to the base of the plant.
Propagate
When's a good time to divide, take cuttings, layer or propagate this plant. Any special requirements?
May
Propagate from softwood cuttings of firm young growth.
June
Propagate from softwood cuttings of firm young growth.