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.

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