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General Information
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Instruction By Lucy Warren Notes May be grown outdoors in frost free climates. In other areas grow in containers and bring in for cool storage during winter months. Sunset Zones - 1
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Plant Care Instruction
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Scroll down or click on any month for plant care instructions
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January1. WaterBrugmansias require a lot of water, water whenever soil dries out.2. ProtectPlants can live out of doors in frost free zones, to temperatures of 28 degrees Faharenheit. Store inside during winter in other areas.3. Pest/Disease InspectionPests love Brugmansia. Keep an eye out for spider mite, aphids, mealy bugs, fungus gnats, white flies and caterpillars.February1. WaterBrugmansias require a lot of water, water whenever soil dries out.2. ProtectPlants can live out of doors in frost free zones, to temperatures of 28 degrees Faharenheit. Store inside during winter in other areas.3. Pest/Disease InspectionPests love Brugmansia. Keep an eye out for spider mite, aphids, mealy bugs, fungus gnats, white flies and caterpillars.March1. BuyPlants are usually available in the spring and early summer.2. FertilizeFertilize consistently during growing season with water soluble fertilizer. Slow release fertilizers do not give the plants enough nutrients quickly enough.3. WaterBrugmansias require a lot of water, water whenever soil dries out.4. ProtectPlants can live out of doors in frost free zones, to temperatures of 28 degrees Faharenheit. Store inside during winter in other areas.5. Pest/Disease InspectionPests love Brugmansia. Keep an eye out for spider mite, aphids, mealy bugs, fungus gnats, white flies and caterpillars.6. TransplantIf growing in a container, transplant when roots fill pot and begin to grow out of the bottom.7. PropagateRoot cuttings in a container with a couple of inches of water or in moist potting soil.April1. BuyPlants are usually available in the spring and early summer.2. FertilizeFertilize consistently during growing season with water soluble fertilizer. Slow release fertilizers do not give the plants enough nutrients quickly enough.3. WaterBrugmansias require a lot of water, water whenever soil dries out.4. Pest/Disease InspectionPests love Brugmansia. Keep an eye out for spider mite, aphids, mealy bugs, fungus gnats, white flies and caterpillars.5. TransplantIf growing in a container, transplant when roots fill pot and begin to grow out of the bottom.6. PropagateRoot cuttings in a container with a couple of inches of water or in moist potting soil.May1. BuyPlants are usually available in the spring and early summer.2. FertilizeFertilize consistently during growing season with water soluble fertilizer. Slow release fertilizers do not give the plants enough nutrients quickly enough.3. WaterBrugmansias require a lot of water, water whenever soil dries out.4. Pest/Disease InspectionPests love Brugmansia. Keep an eye out for spider mite, aphids, mealy bugs, fungus gnats, white flies and caterpillars.5. TransplantIf growing in a container, transplant when roots fill pot and begin to grow out of the bottom.6. PropagateRoot cuttings in a container with a couple of inches of water or in moist potting soil.June1. BuyPlants are usually available in the spring and early summer.2. Sow SeedsSow seeds in a moist medium with light covering.3. FertilizeFertilize consistently during growing season with water soluble fertilizer. Slow release fertilizers do not give the plants enough nutrients quickly enough.4. WaterBrugmansias require a lot of water, water whenever soil dries out.5. Pest/Disease InspectionPests love Brugmansia. Keep an eye out for spider mite, aphids, mealy bugs, fungus gnats, white flies and caterpillars.6. TransplantIf growing in a container, transplant when roots fill pot and begin to grow out of the bottom.7. PropagateRoot cuttings in a container with a couple of inches of water or in moist potting soil.July1. Sow SeedsSow seeds in a moist medium with light covering.2. FertilizeFertilize consistently during growing season with water soluble fertilizer. Slow release fertilizers do not give the plants enough nutrients quickly enough.3. WaterBrugmansias require a lot of water, water whenever soil dries out.4. Pest/Disease InspectionPests love Brugmansia. Keep an eye out for spider mite, aphids, mealy bugs, fungus gnats, white flies and caterpillars.5. TransplantIf growing in a container, transplant when roots fill pot and begin to grow out of the bottom.August1. Sow SeedsSow seeds in a moist medium with light covering.2. FertilizeFertilize consistently during growing season with water soluble fertilizer. Slow release fertilizers do not give the plants enough nutrients quickly enough.3. WaterBrugmansias require a lot of water, water whenever soil dries out.4. Pest/Disease InspectionPests love Brugmansia. Keep an eye out for spider mite, aphids, mealy bugs, fungus gnats, white flies and caterpillars.5. TransplantIf growing in a container, transplant when roots fill pot and begin to grow out of the bottom.September1. Sow SeedsSow seeds in a moist medium with light covering.2. FertilizeFertilize consistently during growing season with water soluble fertilizer. Slow release fertilizers do not give the plants enough nutrients quickly enough.3. WaterBrugmansias require a lot of water, water whenever soil dries out.4. PruneTrim plants back only for size. It is best to trim back in the fall.5. Pest/Disease InspectionPests love Brugmansia. Keep an eye out for spider mite, aphids, mealy bugs, fungus gnats, white flies and caterpillars.October1. FertilizeFertilize consistently during growing season with water soluble fertilizer. Slow release fertilizers do not give the plants enough nutrients quickly enough.2. WaterBrugmansias require a lot of water, water whenever soil dries out.3. PruneTrim plants back only for size. It is best to trim back in the fall.4. Pest/Disease InspectionPests love Brugmansia. Keep an eye out for spider mite, aphids, mealy bugs, fungus gnats, white flies and caterpillars.November1. WaterBrugmansias require a lot of water, water whenever soil dries out.2. PruneTrim plants back only for size. It is best to trim back in the fall.3. ProtectPlants can live out of doors in frost free zones, to temperatures of 28 degrees Faharenheit. Store inside during winter in other areas.4. Pest/Disease InspectionPests love Brugmansia. Keep an eye out for spider mite, aphids, mealy bugs, fungus gnats, white flies and caterpillars.December1. WaterBrugmansias require a lot of water, water whenever soil dries out.2. ProtectPlants can live out of doors in frost free zones, to temperatures of 28 degrees Faharenheit. Store inside during winter in other areas.3. Pest/Disease InspectionPests love Brugmansia. Keep an eye out for spider mite, aphids, mealy bugs, fungus gnats, white flies and caterpillars. -
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
Plants are usually available in the spring and early summer.
April
Plants are usually available in the spring and early summer.
May
Plants are usually available in the spring and early summer.
June
Plants are usually available in the spring and early summer.
Sow Seeds
When 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?
June
Sow seeds in a moist medium with light covering.
July
Sow seeds in a moist medium with light covering.
August
Sow seeds in a moist medium with light covering.
September
Sow seeds in a moist medium with light covering.
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
Fertilize consistently during growing season with water soluble fertilizer. Slow release fertilizers do not give the plants enough nutrients quickly enough.
April
Fertilize consistently during growing season with water soluble fertilizer. Slow release fertilizers do not give the plants enough nutrients quickly enough.
May
Fertilize consistently during growing season with water soluble fertilizer. Slow release fertilizers do not give the plants enough nutrients quickly enough.
June
Fertilize consistently during growing season with water soluble fertilizer. Slow release fertilizers do not give the plants enough nutrients quickly enough.
July
Fertilize consistently during growing season with water soluble fertilizer. Slow release fertilizers do not give the plants enough nutrients quickly enough.
August
Fertilize consistently during growing season with water soluble fertilizer. Slow release fertilizers do not give the plants enough nutrients quickly enough.
September
Fertilize consistently during growing season with water soluble fertilizer. Slow release fertilizers do not give the plants enough nutrients quickly enough.
October
Fertilize consistently during growing season with water soluble fertilizer. Slow release fertilizers do not give the plants enough nutrients quickly enough.
Water
Is there a time to reduce or increase watering? Any special requirements? Things to avoid during certain times of the year?
January
Brugmansias require a lot of water, water whenever soil dries out.
February
Brugmansias require a lot of water, water whenever soil dries out.
March
Brugmansias require a lot of water, water whenever soil dries out.
April
Brugmansias require a lot of water, water whenever soil dries out.
May
Brugmansias require a lot of water, water whenever soil dries out.
June
Brugmansias require a lot of water, water whenever soil dries out.
July
Brugmansias require a lot of water, water whenever soil dries out.
August
Brugmansias require a lot of water, water whenever soil dries out.
September
Brugmansias require a lot of water, water whenever soil dries out.
October
Brugmansias require a lot of water, water whenever soil dries out.
November
Brugmansias require a lot of water, water whenever soil dries out.
December
Brugmansias require a lot of water, water whenever soil dries out.
Prune
When's a good time to prune this plant? How about deadheading, pinching back, trimming or any other grooming? Any special requirements?
September
Trim plants back only for size. It is best to trim back in the fall.
October
Trim plants back only for size. It is best to trim back in the fall.
November
Trim plants back only for size. It is best to trim back in the fall.
Protect
When and how should you protect this plant from birds, deer, rabbits? Does this plant need be covered, or wrapped or painted or moved?
January
Plants can live out of doors in frost free zones, to temperatures of 28 degrees Faharenheit. Store inside during winter in other areas.
February
Plants can live out of doors in frost free zones, to temperatures of 28 degrees Faharenheit. Store inside during winter in other areas.
March
Plants can live out of doors in frost free zones, to temperatures of 28 degrees Faharenheit. Store inside during winter in other areas.
November
Plants can live out of doors in frost free zones, to temperatures of 28 degrees Faharenheit. Store inside during winter in other areas.
December
Plants can live out of doors in frost free zones, to temperatures of 28 degrees Faharenheit. Store inside during winter in other areas.
Pest/Disease Inspection
What are the common problems this plant will face and when should you look for them to appear?
January
Pests love Brugmansia. Keep an eye out for spider mite, aphids, mealy bugs, fungus gnats, white flies and caterpillars.
February
Pests love Brugmansia. Keep an eye out for spider mite, aphids, mealy bugs, fungus gnats, white flies and caterpillars.
March
Pests love Brugmansia. Keep an eye out for spider mite, aphids, mealy bugs, fungus gnats, white flies and caterpillars.
April
Pests love Brugmansia. Keep an eye out for spider mite, aphids, mealy bugs, fungus gnats, white flies and caterpillars.
May
Pests love Brugmansia. Keep an eye out for spider mite, aphids, mealy bugs, fungus gnats, white flies and caterpillars.
June
Pests love Brugmansia. Keep an eye out for spider mite, aphids, mealy bugs, fungus gnats, white flies and caterpillars.
July
Pests love Brugmansia. Keep an eye out for spider mite, aphids, mealy bugs, fungus gnats, white flies and caterpillars.
August
Pests love Brugmansia. Keep an eye out for spider mite, aphids, mealy bugs, fungus gnats, white flies and caterpillars.
September
Pests love Brugmansia. Keep an eye out for spider mite, aphids, mealy bugs, fungus gnats, white flies and caterpillars.
October
Pests love Brugmansia. Keep an eye out for spider mite, aphids, mealy bugs, fungus gnats, white flies and caterpillars.
November
Pests love Brugmansia. Keep an eye out for spider mite, aphids, mealy bugs, fungus gnats, white flies and caterpillars.
December
Pests love Brugmansia. Keep an eye out for spider mite, aphids, mealy bugs, fungus gnats, white flies and caterpillars.
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
If growing in a container, transplant when roots fill pot and begin to grow out of the bottom.
April
If growing in a container, transplant when roots fill pot and begin to grow out of the bottom.
May
If growing in a container, transplant when roots fill pot and begin to grow out of the bottom.
June
If growing in a container, transplant when roots fill pot and begin to grow out of the bottom.
July
If growing in a container, transplant when roots fill pot and begin to grow out of the bottom.
August
If growing in a container, transplant when roots fill pot and begin to grow out of the bottom.
Propagate
When's a good time to divide, take cuttings, layer or propagate this plant. Any special requirements?
March
Root cuttings in a container with a couple of inches of water or in moist potting soil.
April
Root cuttings in a container with a couple of inches of water or in moist potting soil.
May
Root cuttings in a container with a couple of inches of water or in moist potting soil.
June
Root cuttings in a container with a couple of inches of water or in moist potting soil.