Bidens Bee Bold

‘Bee Bold’ is 50 to 70% more vigorous than ‘Bee Happy’. It features an upright habit and is easier to control with less pinching. Best for larger pot impulse buys.

'Bee Bold'

(Flowering Only License)

Culture Guide

General Information

Height: 14-20" (36-51cm)

Spread: 18-24" (46-61cm)

Exposure: Partial Sun, Sun

Propagation Guide

Tray Sizes (cells/tray): 32, 50, 72, 84, 105

Rooting Hormone: No

Average Days with Mist: 6-9

Pinch: Yes

Average Propagation Time (weeks): 3-4

Comments: Reduce mist as soon as possible.

Finishing

Soil pH: 5.8-6.2

Light Levels (fc): 5,000-9,000

Temperature Day: 59-76°F (15-24°C)

Temperature Night: 53-61°F (12-16°C)

Fertilization (ppm N): 175-225

No. of Pinches: 1-2

Plant Growth Regulators (S=spray / (D=Drench: B-Nine(S) 2,500 ppm. Also responds to Sumagic(S) 3-5 ppm or Sumagic(D) 0.25 ppm.

Pests: Fungus gnats

Diseases: Root and stem rot

Comments: Pinch for better branching and shape.

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: 1-3 ppp, 6-8 weeks

10- to 12-inch (25- to 30-cm) Tubs or Baskets: 4-5 ppp, 6-9 weeks