Re: L.A.'s feed/watering?

Slc.dennis Bishop wrote:
> 
> I now have 3 LA's here in Hawaii, I need to know how offen they
> should be watered and what to feed them and how much?
> 
> I've got them out in front in FULL SUN, so far I've watered them two
> times, do they need it more offen?
>Dennis - to answer your questions:

since the weather and basic culture will be different there than in the 
East, I can only give you general guidelines.  WATER - new plants, lots 
for the 1st couple of weeks while they get set.  Mulch will help keep 
them wet.  Established plants - before bloom (4-6 weeks) they need extra 
water and fertilizer, I would say good a soaking 1-2 times per week.  
After bloom, don't let them dry out and go dormant.  The next main water 
time is in the fall as they are putting on their second growth spurt.  
Remember, this is East Coast culture. 
Feeding - Miracid is very good - plenty of good acid humus is excellent. 
I use the 2 liter plastic bottle feeding method 4-6 weekd before bloom 
using Miracid.  
The main thing to remember - your plants will tell you what is going on. 
 They will grow tall and green if they are happy.  The bloom will be 
strong and color good.  It might take a year or two to find out what 
works.  Keep good notes.
hope that helps.
Dennis Stoneburner - Louisianas growing nicely now - of course 20+ inches 
of rain help.
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