Ceratostigma

Culture Sheet

30ct

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.