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Planter's Almanac: December Planting Guide

The Tampa Tribune

Published: December 1, 2007

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WHAT TO DO

Reduce irrigation frequency as weather cools.

Select and care for potted poinsettias.

Rake up leaves; mulch and compost.

Plant roses from containers.

Troubleshoot houseplant problems.

Mow and fertilize ryegrass to keep it green and growing.

Plant cold-hardy landscape plants.

Transplant trees and shrubs.

WHAT TO PLANT

Outstanding flowering plants: bauhinia (orchid tree), bougainvillea, camellia, Christmas cactus, poinsettia.

Colorful berries: holly and pyracantha

Annuals: alyssum, calendula, carnation, dianthus, dusty miller, foxglove, geranium, pansy, petunia, snapdragon, statice

Perennials: blue salvia, chrysanthemum, coreopsis, day lily, gaillardia, gazania, Shasta daisy, Stokes aster, yarrow

Vegetables: beets, broccoli, cabbage, carrots, cauliflower, celery, collards, lettuce, mustard, onions, peas, radish, spinach, turnips

Herbs and spices (from plants): chives, coriander, dill, fennel, garlic, oregano, parsley, sage, thyme

Bulbs: African lily, amaryllis, Aztec lily, calla, clivia, crinum, hurricane lily, narcissus, watsonia, zephyr lily

Information provided by Hillsborough County Extension

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