Artist Ageratum Angelface Angelonia Argyranthemum Bidens A-B (5.5-6.2), B (.6 -.9) C (62/70-75) Early Spring to Summer Spring to Summer Finish. 7-8 10-14 Pinching is not recommended. A light Sumagic spray (2-5 ppm) and B-9 (2500-5000) have been shown to be effective on Ageratum. Growth can also be controlled using Holding Temperature. Pinch 6" or larger pots at transplant for large plugs, 2 weeks after transplant for smaller plugs. Florel causes tip burn and distorted growth. Sumagic (2-5 ppm on Blue, 5-10 on White and Blue Bicolor). Growth regulators other than Sumagic can delay flowering. pinch needed for 4-5" pots. Single plant 6" and gallons and all 8" and larger should be pinched once plants are actively growing. 5-10 ppm Sumagic spray or a 1-3 ppm Bonzi drench will help control growth. Sugar Baby is sensitive to PGRs and should be regulated with caution. For pots 6" and smaller pinch at transplanting only. For hanging baskets and pots larger than 6" soft pinch at planting and trim around pot just prior to hanging. B-9 (5000 ppm) or Sumagic (5-10 ppm) are effective on Peters Gold Carpet. PGR should be unnecessary for Solaire Yellow. Artist Alto Blue is taller than other Artist varieties. Angelface Blue is more compact and earlier to flower than White and Blue Bicolor. Low light, tight spacing and wet foliage will lead to disease. Solaire Yellow is much more compact than Peter's Gold Carpet., with high light C (move out last) (do not finish outside) 5
Sundaze Bracteantha A-B (5.5-6.2), A (<.6) Low (100-150 ppm) pinching needed for small pots, larger pots may need to be pinched.sumagic at 5-10 ppm is effective. Cool temperatures, high light, dry soil and low feed will effectively control growth. Superbells Calibrachoa A (5.5-5.8),B (.6 -.9) For pots 6" and smaller pinch at transplanting only. For hanging baskets and pots larger than 6" soft pinch at planting and trim around pot just prior to hanging. 5-10 ppm Sumagic or a B-9/Cycocel (2500/750) tank mix is effective. Red and Cherry Red are very responsive to PGRs so lower rates should be used. 500 ppm Florel on baskets and larger pots will promote branching. Downy Mildew can be a problem so preventative sprays are recommended. Increased air circulation and watering in the morning will also help control mildew. Calibrachoa are sensitive to pythium, phytopthera, and thelaviopsis. Superbells have higher levels of tolerance to these diseases than other Calibrachoa, however, maintaining proper ph (5.5-5.8) and good sanitation practices will help alleviate problems. Increased air circulation, proper water management and good soil porosity are also critical. Run this plant lean and dry for best results. Water on flowers will prevent flower expansion so water early in morning at retail to allow flowers to open for morning sales. Golden Beauty has narrow foliage. Coral Pink and Pink Kiss are more sensitive to high ph. Be sure to keep ph in optimum range. Blue has a tendency to stretch under low light conditions. It should be placed in a spot with higher light conditions. Cold is a good natural growth regulator. 6
Flying Colors Diascia Diamond Frost Euphorbia Karalee and Stratosphere Gaura (Tender Perennial) A (5.5-5.8), B (.6-9) Early Spring to Summer 6-8 7-10 8-11 12-14 For pots 6" and smaller pinch at transplanting only. For hanging baskets and pots larger than 6" soft pinch at planting and trim around pot just prior to hanging. 3-10 ppm Sumagic is effective. Pinch necessary but plants can be pinched to shape. Pinch once, two weeks after liner planting. Growth regulation not needed. Apricot is slower growing and slower to flower. Diamond Frost can have an adverse reaction to shipping in a box. Even plants that look bad will rebound in a short time given appropriate conditions. Severe dry down can cause foliage to drop, however, the plant will recover. In response to cool temperatures, spots can appear on Gaura foliage during normal production. This is a physiological response rather than due to viral infection. (do not finish outside) 7
Tropical Fruit Lantana Laguna Lobelia Gold Flake Mecardoia A-B (5.5-6.2), B-C (.6-1.5) A-B (5.5-6.2), B (.6 -.9) Medium-High (150-250) C (62/70-75) C (62/70-75) C (Maintain grow temps) A-B (Evenly Moist) Spring to Summer Early Spring to Summer Late Spring to Summer Pinch at liner planting and pinch to shape as needed. PGRs should not be needed. For pots 6" and smaller pinch at transplanting only. For hanging baskets and pots larger than 6" soft pinch at planting and trim around pot just prior to hanging. 5-10 ppm Sumagic spray is effective if needed. For pots 6" and smaller pinch at transplanting only. For hanging baskets and pots larger than 6" soft pinch at planting and trim around pot just prior to hanging. 5 ppm Sumagic can be used if needed. Schedule production for late spring and summer when days are long and temperatures are high. Proper water management is critical for proper growth. with high light (do not finish outside) (do not finish outside) 8
Safari and other Nemesia A (5.5-5.8), B (.6 -.9) Finish. For pots 6" and smaller pinch at transplanting only. For hanging baskets and pots larger than 6" soft pinch at planting and trim around pot just prior to hanging. Florel at 500 ppm is effective at increasing branching. Florel can also be used to schedule flowering (flowers will appear 4 weeks after Florel application). Sumagic at 5 ppm is effective at controlling growth if needed. Cold temperatures will also control growth. Sunsatia Nemesia A (5.5-5.8), B (.6 -.9) Finish. For pots 6" and smaller pinch at transplanting only. For hanging baskets and pots larger than 6" soft pinch at planting, additional pinches as needed. Sumagic at 5-10 ppm is effective at controlling growth if needed. Cold temperatures will also control growth. Air circulation and proper water management are critical. Sunsatia is sensitive to pythium, phytopthera, and thelaviopsis. Maintaining proper ph (5.5-5.8) and good sanitation practices will help alleviate problems. Increased air circulation, proper water management and good soil porosity are also critical. Rhapsody has been found to be effective in controlling erwinia. Water early in the morning and maintain low humidity. Air circulation and proper water management are critical. 9
Infinity New Guinea Impatiens C(6.0-6.5), A (<.6) Low (100-150 ppm) C (62/70-75) C (Maintain grow temps) Moderate Light Spring to Summer Finish. 4-5" 1 ppp, 6"-8" and Gallons 3 ppp, 10" 4-5 ppp. 6-8 8-10 8-10 12-14 (best in 10" baskets) pinching recommended. Infinity varieties were bred to branch well without pinching, which would only delay flowering and result in a less balanced plant habit. growth regulators recommended or needed. Lemon Drop Oenothera (Tender Perennial) For pots 6" and smaller pinch at transplanting only. For hanging baskets and pots larger than 6" soft pinch at planting and additional shaping pinch as needed. PGRs generally not needed but 5-10 ppm of Sumagic is effective. Good air circulation is key as higher humidity levels promote earlier flowering in New Guinea Impatiens. Aggressive scouting and treatment program for thrips is critical for INSV control. Do not use Medallion due to severe PGR effect on New Guinea Impatiens. Roots are sensitive to over feeding and over watering. All New Guineas are sensitive to micronutrient toxicity. Be sure not to over-water while plants are still rooting to the pot edge. Will exhibit red stem and leaf edges under cool temperatures. Yellowing foliage is most likely a symptom of over watering. (do not finish outside) Advantageous 10
Symphony Osteospermum Soprano Osteospermum Charmed Oxalis A-B (5.5-6.2), B (.6 -.9) A-B (5.5-6.2), B (.6 -.9) Moderate to Low Light Early Spring to Summer Finish. Pinching is not recommended for smaller pots. Larger pots should be soft pinched once plants are rooted to the edge of the pot. Florel at 500 ppm can be used instead of pinching. 5-10 ppm Sumagic can be used to control growth if needed. pinch necessary. Plant Growth should not be needed but 5-10 ppm Sumagic is effective if needed. Pinching not needed. Plant Growth not needed. practices as listed in notes. Symphony is sensitive to pythium, phytopthera, and botrytis. Maintaining proper ph, (5.8-6.2) and good sanitation practices will help alleviate problems. Increased air circulation, proper water management and good soil porosity are also critical. practices as listed in notes. Sopranos are sensitive to pythium, phytopthera, and botrytis. Maintaining proper ph, (5.8-6.2) and good sanitation practices will help alleviate problems. Increased air circulation, proper water management and good soil porosity are also critical. Air circulation and water management are critical. is not required for flowering. is not necessary for flowering. Can be grown easily as a pot crop. (do not finish outside) 11
Lilliput Penstemon Finish. Pinching is not needed but 1 pinch can be used to promote branching. PGRs should not be needed but 5-10 ppm Sumagic can be used if needed. Supertunia Petunia A (5.5-5.8), C (1.0-2.0) High (200-300 ppm) Finish. 8-10 For pots 6" and smaller pinch at transplanting only. For hanging baskets and pots larger than 6" soft pinch at planting and trim around pot just prior to hanging. 10-15 ppm Sumagic or 1-3 ppm Bonzi drench are effective at controlling growth. Apply as needed. Supertunia Minis and Doubles will require higher rates of PGRs. Day Length neutral Supertunias will need less PGRs. Cold temperatures will also effectively control growth. Penstemon require well drained soil and good water management practices in order to avoid root diseases. Do not allow the soil to remain wet as Penstemon needs well drained conditions. Mini Strawberry Pink Veined and Mini Rose Veined are more sensitive to cold, keep above 50 F. Lemon Plume, which is more upright, performs best in small pots and combinations. Do not bring Supertunias in too early as they finish quickly. Many common problems with Supertunia can be avoided if proper crop timing and environment are provided. Variety Specific, consult catalog for specific information Advantageous 12
Intensia Phlox Sunbini Sanvitalia Whirlwind, New Wonder Scaevola A (5.5-5.8),B (.6 -.9) B (5.8-6.2), A (<.6) A (5.5-5.8), B (.6 -.9) Low (100-150 ppm), prefers lower levels of Phosphorous Spring to Summer Finish. Spring to Summer Finish. For pots 6" and smaller pinch at transplanting only. For hanging baskets and pots larger than 6" soft pinch at planting and additional pinches as needed to shape. 5-10 ppm Sumagic is effective. Cool temperature is also an effective growth regulator. For pots 6" and smaller, pinch at transplanting only. For hanging baskets and pots larger than 6" soft pinch at planting additional pinches as needed. PGRs needed. Growth can be controlled by growing dry. Plants are sensitive to Sumagic but 2500 ppm B-9 is effective if needed. For pots 6" and smaller pinch at transplanting only. For hanging baskets and pots larger than 6" soft pinch at planting additional pinches as needed. Sumagic at 2-5 ppm has been effective at controlling growth. Whirlwind Blue is especially responsive to Sumagic use only when needed. practices as listed in notes. Proper root establishment can be encouraged by keeping soil moisture levels low, maintaining proper ph (5.5-5.8), and maintaining good sanitation practices. Increased air circulation and good soil porosity are also critical. practices as listed in notes. Do not use Truban or Banrot as these will stunt plant growth. practices as listed in notes. Proper air movement, water management, and temperatures are critical. To produce better small pots frequent pinches can be utilized. Grow lean, warm, and dry for best results. Australian plants prefer to have little or no Phosphorous added. This plant is sensitive to cold temperatures but makes a great spring and summer sales item. A (do not finish outside) (do not finish outside) 13
Sentimental Journey Stachys Snowstorm, Cabana and other PW Sutera Catalina, Summer Wave Torenia A (5.5-5.8), B (.6 -.9) A-B (5.5-6.2), B (.6 -.9) C (62/70-75) C (Maintain grow temps) Moderate to Moderate to Spring to Summer Early Spring to Summer Spring to Summer Finish. Pinch needed at liner planting and as needed to shape. PGRs may be effective. Pinch as needed or to shape plants. B-9 at 500-700 ppm is effective. Cabana and Glacier Blue should be treated at 250-350 ppm. For pots 6" and smaller pinch at transplanting only. For hanging baskets and pots larger than 6" soft pinch at planting, additional pinches to shape can be used. Florel should not be used, stunting and flower delay will occur. 10-15 Sumagic spray is effective on Summer Wave. Catalina should not need PGRs as they are naturally compact. practices as listed in notes. Do not allow plants to dry out as they will drop both buds and flowers causing the plants to flush out of bloom for several weeks. Cabana and Glacier Blue are more compact than other Sutera. Catalina is more compact than Summer Wave. Torenia prefers warmer temperatures. C (move out last) C (move out last) (do not finish outside) 14
Babylon Verbena Superbena Verbena Tapien Verbena A-B (5.5-6.2), B (.6 -.9) A (5.5-5.8), B (.6 -.9) A-B (62/60-70) Finish. Standard PPP. Best in 6" and larger pots. Finish. One pinch at liner planting. Trim back as needed. Sumagic at 5-10 ppm may be used to control growth. Growth can be controlled using lower temperatures. One pinch at liner planting. Trim back as needed. Sumagic at 5-10 ppm may be used to keep neighboring pots from growing into each other. Growth can be controlled using lower temperatures. One pinch at liner planting. Trim back as needed. Growth can be controlled using lower temperatures. practices as listed in notes. Powdery Mildew can be a problem for verbena. Proper air circulation, humidity control and water management will aid in control and prevention. A routine preventative spray program is encouraged. practices as listed in notes. Powdery Mildew can be a problem for verbena. Proper air circulation, humidity control and water management will aid in control and prevention. A routine preventative spray program is encouraged. practices as listed in notes. Powdery Mildew can be a problem for verbena. Proper air circulation, humidity control and water management will aid in control and prevention. A routine preventative spray program is encouraged. Our best 4" Verbena, early to flower with mounding habit. Preventative mildew sprays should be used regularly. Babylon Carpet Blue is a good alternative to Tapien Blue. Blue Purple is more sensitive to cold temperatures. Superbenas are our most vigorous Verbena series and are our best series in very hot environments. Low ph and severe dry down can cause Iron toxicity if supplemental Iron has been applied. Lower ph is necessary (5.5-5.8) to allow Iron to be available. Tapien is later to flower than our other Verbenas. C (move out last) 15
My Cultural tes: Temari Patio Verbena One pinch at liner planting. Trim back as needed. Sumagic at 5-10 ppm may be used to control growth. Growth can be controlled using lower temperatures. Tukana Verbena One pinch at liner planting. Trim back as needed. Sumagic at 5-10 ppm may be used to control growth. Growth can be controlled using lower temperatures. practices as listed in notes. Powdery Mildew can be a problem for verbena. Proper air circulation, humidity control and water management will aid in control and prevention. A routine preventative spray program is encouraged. practices as listed in notes. Powdery Mildew can be a problem for verbena. Proper air circulation, humidity control and water management will aid in control and prevention. A routine preventative spray program is encouraged. This is an upright, landscape use verbena. Blue is more vigorous, with larger leaves, and slower to flower than the others. Patio Temaris are sensitive to cold temperatures and should be held no lower than 55 F. C (move out last) C (move out last) 16