Fiesta Bonita™ Double Impatiens

Fiesta Bonita™ Burgundy
‘Balboniburg’
(Flowering Only License)
Fiesta Bonita™ Cherry
‘Balbonicher’ PP27,136
(Flowering Only License)
Fiesta Bonita™ Pink
‘Balbonipink’ PP27,177
(Flowering Only License)
Fiesta Bonita™ Rose
‘Balbonirose’ PP27,148
(Flowering Only License)
Fiesta Bonita™ Salmon
‘Balbonisal’ PP27,178
(Flowering Only License)
Fiesta Bonita™ Stardust Lavender
‘Balbonistar’
(Flowering Only License)
Fiesta Bonita™ White
‘Balboniwite’
(Flowering Only License)

Extremely uniform series pairs large, colorful blooms with a controlled habit for easy production.
Ideal for 4-in. (10-cm), quart and 2.5-quart containers, as well as 10 to 12-in. (25 to 30-cm) hanging baskets.

General Information

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- Height: 10-12" (25-30cm)
  
  Spread: 10-12" (25-30cm)
  
  Exposure: Shade, Partial Sun
Propagation Guide

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- Tray Sizes (cells/tray): 50, 72, 84, 105
  
  Rooting Hormone: No
  
  Average Days with Mist: 5-8
  
  Pinch: No
  
  Average Propagation Time (weeks): 2-3
  
  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: Reduce mist as soon as possible to reduce stretch. Transplant on time.
Finishing

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- Soil pH: 5.8-6.2
  
  Light Levels (fc): 4,000-6,000
  
  Temperature Day: 68-76°F (20-24°C)
  
  Temperature Night: 56-61°F (13-16°C)
  
  Fertilization (ppm N): 175-225
  
  No. of Pinches: 0-1
  
  Plant Growth Regulators (S) = spray / (D) = drench: Bonzi(S) 5-10 ppm can be used to control habit early; Bonzi(D) 0.5-1.0 ppm applied as crop matures will control final height but not delay flowering or reduce flower size. Florel(S) 100-200 ppm can be used to improve branching but will usually not be needed.
  
  Pests: Leafminers, thrips
  
  Diseases: Impatiens Necrotic Spot Virus, Botrytis, Pythium
  
  Comments: Start feeding immediately after transplanting. Avoid water stress in all stages of crop. Avoid cold stress (night temperatures below 65°F/18°C). Maintain EC above 1.0 (SME). Use early PGR applications to achieve ideal finished plants. Fiesta Bonita Double Impatiens require less PGRs than Fiesta Double Impatiens.
Crop Time (weeks)

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- 4- to 5-inch (10- to 13-cm) Pots, Quarts : 1 ppp, 5-7 weeks
  
  6-inch (15-cm) Pots, Gallons: 1-2 ppp, 6-8 weeks
  
  10- to 12-inch (25- to 30-cm) Tubs or Baskets: 4-5 ppp, 9-12 weeks
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Additional Information
-  Impatiens Downy Mildew Guidelines
  
   Impatiens Mildeu Velloso Guia Para Cultivadores

Varieties

Fiesta Bonita™ Burgundy

Fiesta Bonita™ Cherry

Fiesta Bonita™ Pink

Fiesta Bonita™ Rose

Fiesta Bonita™ Salmon

Fiesta Bonita™ Stardust Lavender

Fiesta Bonita™ White