Container:
Trade 1 Gallon Container
When to Plant:
Spring to late spring
Finish:
8-10 weeks
Growing Temperature:
55-65° F
Holding Temperature:
40-50° F
Soil PH:
5.8-6.5
EC (What is EC?):
2.0-3.0 pour through method
Fertility:
Low fertility needs, apply 50-75 ppm N via constant liquid feed. 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.
Pests & Diseases:
There are normally no major problems. Can be affected by thrips and spider mites. Pythium and Rhizoctonia are the primary fungal concerns.
Potting & Timing:
Use a moist, well-drained media with good aeration and waterholding capacity.
Moisture:
For potting soil use a commercial potting media. Water thoroughly, allowing growing media to dry out between waterings.
Planting Level:
Plant plug even with the soil line.
PGRs/Pinching:
Not typically required, responds well to Daminozide at 2500 ppm if needed.
Lighting:
Day neutral.