General Information
Height: 10-16" (25-41cm)
Spread: 12-14" (30-36cm)
Exposure: Shade, Partial Sun
Propagation Guide
Tray Sizes (cells/tray): 50, 72, 84, 105
Rooting Hormone: No
Average Days with Mist: 5-8
Pinch: No
Average Propagation Time (weeks): 3
Finishing
Soil pH: 5.8-6.2
Light Levels (fc): 4,000-6,000
Temperature Day: 68-76°F (20-24°C)
Temperature Night: 56-61°F (13-16°C)
Fertilization (ppm N): 175-225
No. of Pinches: 0-1
Plant Growth Regulators (S=spray / (D=Drench: Bonzi(S) 5-15 ppm is effective for height control. Florel(S) 100-300 ppm can be used to improve branching but will not usually be needed.
Pests: Aphids, thrips
Diseases: Impatiens Necrotic Spot Virus, Botrytis, Pythium
Crop Time (weeks)
4- to 5-inch (10- to 13-cm) Pots, Quarts: 1 ppp, 6-8 weeks
6-inch (15-cm) Pots, Gallons: 1-2 ppp, 7-9 weeks
10- to 12-inch (25- to 30-cm) Tubs or Baskets: 3-5 ppp, 10-12 weeks