Iresine Blazin’ Rose

Striking multicolor leaves and strong vigor assure that the plant won’t get lost in large mixed plantings; also ideal for landscapes.

'Blazin' Rose'

Culture Guide

Height: 18-30" (46-76cm)

Spread: 16-20" (41-51cm)

Exposure: Shade, Sun

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

Rooting Hormone: No

Average Days with Mist: 4-7

Pinch: No

Average Propagation Time (weeks): 3-4

Comments: Apply paclobutrazol spray 3-5 ppm on Blazin’ Rose between Days 7-11 to control early stretch.

Soil pH: 5.8-6.2

Light Levels (fc): 4,000-7,000

Temperature Day: 71-79°F (22-26°C)

Temperature Night: 62-67°F (17-19°C)

Fertilization (ppm N): 175-225

No. of Pinches: 1-2

Plant Growth Regulators (S=spray / (D=Drench: Generally not needed. Responsive to paclobutrazol.

Pests: Whitefly

Diseases: None

Comments: Pinch regularly to encourage branching and improve habit.

4- to 5-inch (10- to 13-cm) Pots, Quarts: 1 ppp, 7-9 weeks

6-inch (15-cm) Pots, Gallons: 2-3 ppp, 8-10 weeks

10- to 12-inch (25- to 30-cm) Tubs or Baskets: 4-5 ppp, 10-13 weeks