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April in the California garden
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Citrus Fertilizer
Do you want juicy lemons and sweet oranges? This is the time to start fertilizing your citrus trees. Consider using organics over synthetics for healthier fruit.
What to Prune
Some woody shrubs and perennials, such as butterfly bush, sage, and fuchsia are best pruned in spring after all danger of frost is over and new growth has begun.
The following link will provide some guidance specifically for butterfly bush with one exception. The presenter is in North Carolina, so their timing is different than here in Northern California. I usually prune mine in late April. Look for when new growth begins to emerge after April 10.
The following link will provide some guidance specifically for butterfly bush with one exception. The presenter is in North Carolina, so their timing is different than here in Northern California. I usually prune mine in late April. Look for when new growth begins to emerge after April 10.
Itching for Color?
If you stored Dahlia tubers from last year, bring them out into a little sun to prompt bud growth. Once the buds pop, it's time to plant.
Follow the link below to learn more about these splashy plants native to Mexico and Guatemala.
Follow the link below to learn more about these splashy plants native to Mexico and Guatemala.
Bounty Hunter
The nurseries are packed with veggie seedlings like brassicas, herbs, and leafy veggies. It's time to plant to reap a literal harvest soon after planting.
The following link provides a chart for planting in Santa Clara County, but it can be adapted to other areas of Northern California.
The following link provides a chart for planting in Santa Clara County, but it can be adapted to other areas of Northern California.
Natives Galore
There is still time to plant natives that do not like to remain in pots too long. Take advantage of fresh stock in the nurseries and add a bit of California back into your garden.
Learn more from a local chapter of the California Native Plant Society.
Learn more from a local chapter of the California Native Plant Society.