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NEW Purslane RíoGrande™ Magenta 26

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Upgrades for the full series, plus new, exciting novelty colors! Well-matched in vigor, controlled habit and good branching. Exceptionally large flowers in a vibrant range of core colors – beautiful in baskets. Rugged performer thrives in heat and keeps flowering all Summer.
Offers better branching, more flower coverage, better center fill and earlier flowering than the original.
'NUFPO21045'
(Flowering Only License)
SEASON EXTENDER
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Culture Guide

Culture Guide

General Information

Height: 3-4" (8-10cm)
Spread: 10-12" (25-30cm)
Exposure: Sun

Propagation Guide

Tray Sizes (cells/tray): 50, 72, 84, 105
Rooting Hormone: No
Average Days with Mist: 4-7
Pinch: Yes
Average Propagation Time (weeks): 2-3
Comments: Pinch as needed to remove flower buds and improve habit.

Finishing

Soil pH: 5.8-6.2
Light Levels (fc): 5,000-10,000
Temperature Day: 71-79°F (22-26°C)
Temperature Night: 62-67°F (17-19°C)
Fertilization (ppm N): 225-300
No. of Pinches: 1-2
Plant Growth Regulators (S=spray / (D=Drench: Generally not needed.
Pests: Whitefly
Diseases: Root rot
Comments: Regularly allow the media to dry moderately between waterings, especially in cool periods. Regular pinching and constant feeding will improve habit and flowering.

Crop Time (weeks)

4- to 5-inch (10- to 13-cm) Pots, Quarts: 1-2 ppp, 5-6 weeks
6-inch (15-cm) Pots, Gallons: 2-3 ppp, 6-8 weeks
10- to 12-inch (25- to 30-cm) Tubs or Baskets: 3-5 ppp, 9-12 weeks