Bidens Sun Drop Compact Double Yellow

Smaller version of Sun Drop Double Yellow.
Perfect for small pot production and plays nice in mixed containers.
Also, best for the southern region.
Produces double flowers with a better habit and a more saturated yellow than other compact double bidens on the market.
Culture and timing are the same as Sun Drop Compact.

'Balbiscodel'

(Flowering Only License)

Culture Guide

Height: 8-10" (20-25cm)

Spread: 12" (30cm)

Exposure: Sun

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 and eliminate mist as soon as possible.

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: 1-3

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.

4- to 5-inch (10- to 13-cm) Pots, Quarts: 1 ppp, 5-7 weeks

6-inch (15-cm) Pots, Gallons: 2-3 ppp, 6-8 weeks

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