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NEW Bacopa Versa™ Appleblossom

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  • The Versa Series is a semi-upright sutera that does not tangle when grown pot tight in a quart.
  • This high-quality, non-tangling series will provide better sell-through at retail.
  • Ideal for quart or 4-in. (10-cm) pots.
  • Hides older flowers better than other varieties and has more flower cover in a smaller container.

Culture Guide

Culture Guide

General Information

Height: 4-6" (10-15cm)
Spread: 12-18" (30-46cm)
Exposure: Sun

Propagation Guide

Tray Sizes (cells/tray): 50, 72, 84, 105
Rooting Hormone: No
Average Days with Mist: 6-8
Pinch: Yes
Average Propagation Time (weeks): 3
Comments: Stick 1 cutting per cell.

Finishing

Soil pH: 5.4-5.8
Light Levels (fc): 4,000-8,000
Temperature Day: 65-76°F (18-24°C)
Temperature Night: 56-61°F (13-16°C)
Fertilization (ppm N): 175-225
No. of Pinches: 1-2
Plant Growth Regulators (S=spray / (D=Drench: Generally not needed. B-Nine(S) 1,000-1,500 ppm can be used sparingly to tone and control spread. Florel(S) 150-200 ppm will reduce early flowering and increase branching.
Pests: Thrips, aphids
Diseases: Root rot, Botrytis
Comments: Pinch as needed to shape. Grow Bacopa bright and cool to maximize branching and encourage best possible habit. Test soil regularly for high pH/iron deficiency. Refer to the MegaCopa Series Bacopa Grower Facts at ballfloraplant.com for detailed culture information.

Crop Time (weeks)

4- to 5-inch (10- to 13-cm) Pots, Quarts: 1-2 ppp, 5-7 weeks
6-inch (15-cm) Pots, Gallons: 2-3 ppp, 7-10 weeks
10- to 12-inch (25- to 30-cm) Tubs or Baskets: 4-5 ppp, 8-12 weeks