Container:
Premium 1 Gallon Pot
When to Plant:
Summer to late summer for next season
Finish:
8-10 weeks
Notes:
Save finished 1 gallon plants to step up into 3-5 gallon containers in the fall. This will yield large plants for the following season.
Container:
Trade 1 Gallon Container
When to Plant:
Summer to late summer for next season
Finish:
10-12 weeks
Notes:
Save finished 1 gallon plants to step up into 3-5 gallon containers in the fall. This will yield large plants for the following season.
Grower Tips:
Warm season grasses such as Schizachyrium are best grown in summer of the year prior to sales for best results.
Growing Temperature:
68-75° F
Soil PH:
5.8-6.5
EC (What is EC?):
1.50-2.0
Fertility:
Avoid overfeeding Schizachyrium as it causes floppy growth. They are native grasses that do not require a large amount of fertility. Feed lightly at 50-75 ppm as needed.
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 cold temperatures below 45° F.
Pests & Diseases:
Primary pests are aphids and spider mites.
Avoid wet conditions as this can lead to root and crown rot.
Potting & Timing:
Plant during warm summer temperatures for best bulking results. Avoid spring planting as these warm season grasses grow best during warm temperatures and long days.
Moisture:
Slightly moist, allowing to dry slightly between waterings once established.
Planting Level:
Plant in a well-drained soil with the top of plug at the soil line.
Lighting:
Provide high light levels. Direct sun will promote the best foliage color and habit.