Container:
Trade 1 Gallon Container
When to Plant:
Late winter to spring
Finish:
8-10 weeks
Container:
Trade 1 Gallon Container
When to Plant:
Late winter to spring, summer
Finish:
Best results planting a 72ct in summer for following spring sales.
Growing Temperature:
55-60° F
Holding Temperature:
50-60° F
Soil PH:
5.5-6.5
EC (What is EC?):
1-1.5 pour through method
Fertility:
Light to moderate feeders. Fertilization rates of 50-100 ppm water soluble liquid feed are recommended.
For Controlled Release or Slow Release Fertilizer, see your preferred supplier for recommended rates for incorporation or top dressing, as it varies by fertilizer.
Vernalization:
Not required for 'Blue Glitter'.
Pests & Diseases:
Leaf spots (Cercospora, Alternaria), root rot if grown too wet.
Aphids
Potting & Timing:
Plant in a well-drained soilless media.
Moisture:
For potting soil use a well-drained, professional planting media. Requires low levels of moisture, sensitive to overwatering. Water in thoroughly when first planted and allow to dry down before irrigating again.
Planting Level:
Plugs should be planted even with soil line.
PGRs/Pinching:
PGRs can be beneficial in controlling stem height but may require multiple applications. Apply sprays of Daminozide (B-Nine, Dazide) at 2,500-5,000 ppm or Uniconazole (Concise, Sumagic) at 5-10 ppm.
Lighting:
Eryngium is a long day plant. Maintain long days and high light levels for best flower initiation and best flower color.