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Camelias and azaleas January is a good time to plant these flowering beauties. Both grow best in filtered shade and prefer acidic soil. Some varieties of azaleas have been developed to grow in sunnier locations.

Plant the single bulb in 4 of rich soil that drains quickly. The pot should be narrow in width 4 wider than the bulb itself. Add soil and a few tablespoons of bone meal at the bottom of the hole and cover with potting soil.

Ornamentals for holiday color Yuletide camellias (Sasanqua Camellias) These gorgeous camellias offer red blooms with yellow centers and are in bloom from November through January.

Bulbs Plant this month: freesia, watsonia, oxalis, paper whites, babiana, crocosmia, Sparaxis, China lily, Narcissus and ipheon. If you purchase lilies, plant them as soon as you get home.

Some garden tasks need to be done regularly throughout the year - weeding, pest management, and irrigation adjustments. Other garden activities are better done at specific times of year. The guides below will help you keep on top of seasonal projects. Our guides are being updated.

Water wise plants Low water use plants need time to spread their roots before they become drought tolerant. The first year after planting they require regular water. Thats why November is an ideal time for planting its the beginning of our rainy season.

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Mosquitoes have long been present in our environment, but the past few years have seen the proliferation of new varieties that can spread serious diseases such as West Nile Virus and Zika.

How to Have a Pest or Plant Disease Identified. Do not drop off diseased plant material or insects at South Coast Research and Extension Center. The Orange County Extension Office does not take samples for identification. The Orange County Agricultural Commissioner can help with identifying plant diseases…

Bee Facts California is home to 1,600 identified species of bees. Click the link to find out more. California Native Plants for bees Bees need access to pollen and nectar year round. This chart will help you select native plants that bloom at different times of year.