Focus™ Ivy Geranium

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‘Toscat1141’
(Flowering Only License)
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‘Florpeltburg’
(Flowering Only License)
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‘Tosfohopi’
(Flowering Only License)
Focus™ Red Ice
‘Tosforice’ PP25,545
(Flowering Only License)
Focus™ Rose
‘Florpeltpipu’ PPAF
(Flowering Only License)

Focus™ Ivy Geranium

Compact, dark leaf.

The only compact, dark-leafed ivy geranium series on the market.
Habit stays tight and controlled for growing in pot-tight basket production.
Naturally compact habit simplifies small pot and quart production.
Dark leaves add attractive contrast for greater appeal and value.
Perfect uniformity across all colors.

Also available as Genesis direct-stick callused cuttings.

General Information

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- Height: 8-10" (20-25cm)
  
  Spread: 12-14" (30-36cm)
  
  Exposure: Sun
Propagation Guide

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- Tray Sizes (cells/tray): See Comments
  
  Rooting Hormone: Optional
  
  Average Days with Mist: 9-13
  
  Pinch: No
  
  Average Propagation Time (weeks): 4-5
  
  Average propagation time for perennials includes 3-5 weeks to bulk-up the liner before beginning cold treatment when started in late Summer or early Autumn.
  
  Comments: Stick immediately upon arrival. Geraniums are best rooted in a media strip form to allow for maximum airflow and avoid foliage overlap. Ivy geraniums require 25-30% less mist in propagation compared to zonals. Propagate under separate mist programs. Remove flower buds at transplanting.
Finishing

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- Soil pH: 5.8-6.2
  
  Light Levels (fc): 2,500-4,000
  
  Temperature Day: 65-76°F (18-24°C)
  
  Temperature Night: 62-67°F (17-19°C)
  
  Fertilization (ppm N): 225-300
  
  No. of Pinches: 1-2
  
  Plant Growth Regulators (S) = spray / (D) = drench: Cycocel(S) 750-1,500 ppm to control growth; Florel (S) 200-300 ppm to improve branching. PGR generally not needed for basket production.
  
  Pests: Fungus gnats, thrips, aphids, mites
  
  Diseases: Botrytis, Oedema, Pythium, Xanthomonas
  
  Comments: Avoid drastic swings in soil moisture to reduce Oedema.
Crop Time (weeks)

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- 4- to 5-inch (10- to 13-cm) Pots, Quarts : 1 ppp, 8-10 weeks
  
  6-inch (15-cm) Pots, Gallons: 1-2 ppp, 9-10 weeks
  
  10- to 12-inch (25- to 30-cm) Tubs or Baskets: 4-5 ppp, 11-13 weeks
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