Another spectacular hybrid from Coreopsis breeder, Darrell Probst. The words red, hardy & coreopsis can now appear in the same sentence! Flowers have deep red centers that lighten to cream with red streaking toward the outer tips. Flower color gets predominantly red with cooler temperatures creating added interest.
Cell Size: 72 cell tray. Depth 2.35". Volume (max. dry) cubic inches: 2.23
Recommended Finish Size: 1 gallon
Growing Media: Well-draining commercial media
Growing Temperature: 65-75 F (days) 55-65 F (nights)
Soil PH: 5.8-6.2
Soil EC: 1.8-2.2
Finish Time for Spring Sale: 6 - 8 weeks
Growing Info: Pinch after transplant.
Fertilizing: Constant liquid feed at low levels of 100 - 150 ppm N
Moisture Level: Grow plants evenly moist.
Watch for Pest and Disease: Aphids, thrips, botrytis, powdery mildew
Vernalization Requirements: Not required.
Supplemental Lighting: Plants require 14+ hours photoperiod.
Growth Regulators: B-Nine(S) 1,000-1,500 ppm
Day Length: Long Day
Other: None