Iresine Blazin’ Lime

Vigorous, upright and full plants feature variegated foliage with vibrant rose stems; shows more chartreuse in higher light. Perfect for large mixed containers and landscapes.

Culture Guide

General Information

Height: 12-16" (30-41cm)

Spread: 16-20" (41-51cm)

Exposure: Shade, Partial Sun

Propagation Guide

Tray Sizes (cells/tray): 50, 72, 84, 105

Rooting Hormone: No

Average Days with Mist: 4-7

Pinch: No

Average Propagation Time (weeks): 3-4

Comments: Apply Bonzi spray 3-5 ppm on Blazin’ Rose between Days 7-11 to control early stretch.

Finishing

Soil pH: 5.8-6.2

Light Levels (fc): 4,000-7,000

Temperature Day: 71-79°F (22-26°C)

Temperature Night: 62-67°F (17-19°C)

Fertilization (ppm N): 175-225

No. of Pinches: 1-2

Plant Growth Regulators (S=spray / (D=Drench: Generally not needed. Responsive to Bonzi.

Pests: Whitefly

Diseases: None

Comments: Pinch regularly to encourage branching and improve habit.

Crop Time (weeks)

4- to 5-inch (10- to 13-cm) Pots, Quarts: 1 ppp, 7-9 weeks

6-inch (15-cm) Pots, Gallons: 2-3 ppp, 8-10 weeks

10- to 12-inch (25- to 30-cm) Tubs or Baskets: 4-5 ppp, 10-13 weeks