Grown under short days. Plant in June or July to finish for fall. Bud initiation will be noticeable in 3-4 weeks after planting. A colorful seed mix of gold, scarlet, orange, rosy-red, cream, purple, and yellow shades. Fleuroselect and AAS winner.
Production Location: Pennsylvania
Tray Size: 72 plants
Common Name: Coneflower
USDA Hardiness Zone: 4 - 9
Mature Height: 30 inches
Color: Mix
Exposure: Full Sun
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: 1-1.5
Finish Time for Spring Sale: 8 - 10 weeks
Growing Info: Pinching not required.
Fertilizing: Constant liquid feed at low levels of 100 - 150 ppm N
Moisture Level: Grow plants on the dry side.
Watch for Pest and Disease: Aphids, whiteflies, thrips, aster yellows
Vernalization Requirements: Not required.
Supplemental Lighting: Plants require 14+ hours photoperiod.
Growth Regulators: B-Nine(S) 1,500-2,500 ppm
Day Length: Long Day
Other: Using a negative DIF will help prevent stretch.
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: 1-1.5
Finish Time for Spring Sale: 8 - 10 weeks
Growing Info: Pinching not required.
Fertilizing: Constant liquid feed at low levels of 100 - 150 ppm N
Moisture Level: Grow plants on the dry side.
Watch for Pest and Disease: Aphids, whiteflies, thrips, aster yellows
Vernalization Requirements: Not required.
Supplemental Lighting: Plants require 14+ hours photoperiod.
Growth Regulators: B-Nine(S) 1,500-2,500 ppm
Day Length: Long Day
Other: Using a negative DIF will help prevent stretch.
