Viewing post #182939 by raydio

SummerPerson said:

In one of your posts above, you stated, "It is advisable to wait for the growth to start before watering." You were referring to Cybister hybrids. Does this hold true for all varieties? After they've been in dry soil and dormant, wait until growth shows then start watering them?

Yes, that was specific to the cybisters, and particularly (for me) 'Chico'. I got tired one year waiting for it to start and I lost it. I always kept it dormant in the pot. It might have been a bit cooler than preferable when I watered it (low night temps).

For most of the modern large-flowered hybrids, after they've been dormant for 2-3 months, you can "wake them up" by placing in a warmer environment and beginning to water.