Ivy Geranium Focus™ Red

Compact Spreading

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.

Must-have color addition fits the Real Series designation, with uniform flower timing and habit to match the series.

Flower Timing: early
Leaf Type: dark
Habit: compact

'TOSTB1418'

(Flowering Only License)

Also available as Genesis direct-stick callused cuttings.

REAL SERIES

GENESIS™

Culture Guide

General Information

Height: 8-10" (20-25cm)

Spread: 12-14" (30-36cm)

Exposure: Sun

Propagation Guide

Tray Sizes (cells/tray): See Comments

Rooting Hormone: Optional

Average Days with Mist: 9-13

Pinch: No

Average Propagation Time (weeks): 4-5

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

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: Chlormequat chloride(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.