Brachyscome Radiant Magenta
‘Cherish’ PP22,686
(Flowering Only License)

Brachyscome Radiant Magenta

The brightest magenta brachyscome on the market, with superior iron uptake for healthier plants and dark green foliage. Makes a great gift item. Compact variety is excellent for pot-tight production, with no PGRs or pinching required. Best for 4-in. (10-cm) pots and quarts.

General Information

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- Height: 5-7" (13-18cm)
- Spread: 6-8" (15-20cm)
- Exposure: Sun
Propagation Guide

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- Tray Sizes (cells/tray): 32, 50, 72, 84, 105
- Rooting Hormone: Yes
- Average Days with Mist: 6-8
- Pinch: Yes
- Average Propagation Time (weeks): 4-5
- Comments: Avoid burying growing point. Reduce mist as soon as possible.
Finishing

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- Soil pH: 5.8-6.2
- Light Levels (fc): 5,000-9,000
- Temperature Day: 65-76°F (18-24°C)
- Temperature Night: 62-67°F (17-19°C)
- Fertilization (ppm N): 200-225
- No. of Pinches: 0-1
- Plant Growth Regulators (S=spray / (D=Drench: Generally not needed. Grow plants under high light with warm temperatures to achieve the best quality.
- Pests: Thrips, whitefly
- Diseases: Botrytis, Thielaviopsis
- Comments: Supplement fertilizers with extra Fe to avoid yellowing foliage. Avoid cold and wet conditions.
Crop Time (weeks)

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- 4- to 5-inch (10- to 13-cm) Pots, Quarts: 1 ppp, 4-6 weeks
- 6-inch (15-cm) Pots, Gallons: 1-2 ppp, 6-8 weeks
- 10- to 12-inch (25- to 30-cm) Tubs or Baskets: 4-5 ppp, 12-14 weeks
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Brachyscome Radiant Magenta