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Plectranthus Nico
‘Nico’
(Flowering Only License)
Plectranthus Nico
Vigorous accent plant is known for its dark green foliage and semi-prostrate habit. Useful in combos, patio planters and landscapes.
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General Information
Height:
8-10" (20-25cm)
Spread:
12-36" (30-91cm)
Exposure:
Shade, Sun
Propagation Guide
Tray Sizes (cells/tray):
50, 72, 84, 105
Rooting Hormone:
No
Average Days with Mist:
6-10
Pinch:
Optional
Average Propagation Time (weeks):
3-4
Comments:
Apply preventative fungicide spray after sticking.
Finishing
Soil pH:
5.8-6.2
Light Levels (fc):
5,000-8,000
Temperature Day:
71-79°F (22-26°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.
Pests:
Whitefly
Diseases:
Botrytis, Pythium, Rhizoctonia
Comments:
Regularly allow the media to dry between waterings. Pinch regularly to improve habit.
Crop Time (weeks)
4- to 5-inch (10- to 13-cm) Pots, Quarts:
1 ppp, 6-8 weeks
6-inch (15-cm) Pots, Gallons:
1-3 ppp, 7-10 weeks
10- to 12-inch (25- to 30-cm) Tubs or Baskets:
3-5 ppp, 9-12 weeks
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Plectranthus Nico