Most trees, shrubs, palms and citrus can be planted now, particularly if the rains continue. Follow application directions exactly. Grasshoppers will hatch and should be killed as soon as you see them. Aphids will attach to new growth.
Mites are common on citrus, crotons, avocados, copperleaf and mango.
Scale and thrips also appear now. Chinchbugs will soon show up in lawns. Keep mulch 1-2 inches away from leaves and stems so the bark can breathe. Let a professional apply weed and feed products to the lawn if needed. Homeowners traditionally over-apply and can cause thousands of dollars worth of damage, killing lawn, trees and shrubs.