Container:
Premium 1 Gallon Pot
When to Plant:
Summer to late summer or spring
Finish:
6-8 weeks summer
8-10 weeks spring
Growing Temperature:
68-75° F
Holding Temperature:
50-60° F
Soil PH:
5.8-6.5
EC (What is EC?):
2.0-3.0 pour through method
Fertility:
Feed moderately with 100-150 ppm N at each watering.
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:
Provide 10-12 weeks of temperatures below 45° F.
Pests & Diseases:
Aphids, mites, and caterpillars are the most common pests. Wet conditions can cause crown and root rot.
Potting & Timing:
It is best to plant warm season grasses in the summer as they perform much better in warm temperatures than under cooler temperatures. Large plugs can be planted in the spring but require warm greenhouse temperatures and longer bulking times.
Moisture:
Moderate moisture
Planting Level:
Top of plug slightly below soil line.
Lighting:
Long days are required to force into flower. High light levels are recommended.