SERIES POINSETTIAS
CHRISTMAS GLORY ™ SERIES Smaller Pots, Bigger Appeal This compact series is perfect for 6-in. (15-cm) and smaller pots and thrives in cool temperatures for better energy savings. Christmas Glory provides uniformity across all colors . The series is available as mini cuttings, for more plants per rack.
CHRISTMAS CHORUS SERIES A Chorus of Saturated Color This premium series features an upright, consistent growing habit with rich, vibrant color . With post-harvest performance and superior color retention, it is a must-have poinsettia for growers, retailers and consumers!
GREAT FOR MINI PRODUCTION!
HOT PINK
RED
HOT PINK
RED
WHITE
RED
7.5 WEEKS
NORMAL
VIGOR
7.5 WEEKS
NARROW
VIGOR
FROM THE Grower “Our favorite is Christmas Chorus Hot Pink, with its strong architecture, no ring needed and amazing color that goes with Christmas Chorus Red. "
POINSETTIA POINTER:
"The glory of Christmas Glory is seeing the stacked shelves per rack when it's time to ship!” – James Doukas
Tim Van Ellenberg of DeVry Greenhouses in Chilliwack, British Columbia
CULTURE THAT WORKS
CULTURE THAT WORKS Propagation • Plant from liner at 22-24 days. • Apply rooting hormone at the base of cutting. • Start feed program at day 7 to prevent yellowing. • May not require PGR application in propagation. • Plant into finished container when well rooted. Early Finished Growth
Growing On • Grows steadily once the branches develop, and exhibits moderate growth through mid-October, then slows somewhat as it approaches finish. • Northern Climate: Apply Cycocel spray at 750-1,000 ppm. • Southern Climate: Higher rates of Cycocel – up to 1,200 ppm as a spray – can be used. Later applications of Cycocel spray at 500-750 ppm should end by October 10. • Micro Bonzi drenches can be used beginning in early October. Late Growing Stages • Very strong root system requires continuous feed until finished. • Reduce feed levels if media EC increases too rapidly, as this indicates the plants' need for nutrition is waning. • High EC at finish can result in root damage, reduced shelf life and possible Pythium . • Can be held cool. Pay attention to the humidity and avoid dew point to prevent Botrytis . • Cool down temperatures to avoid color fade in the red. • If holding in the greenhouse past initial ripening, apply a Bonzi spray of 5-10 ppm precisely at first pollen to help retain cyathia and reduce fade. Perform this application only at full color; no more bract expansion will occur thereafter.
Growing On • Grows steadily once the branches develop, and exhibits consistent slow growth throughout the crop until color begins. • Northern Climate: Apply Cycocel spray at 500 ppm. • Southern Climate: Can use Cycocel spray up to 750 ppm; B-Nine/Cycocel tank mixes should not be used. • Use caution, as plants are very responsive to PGR, especially Bonzi. Late Growing Stages • Requires continuous feed until finish. • Reduce feed levels if media EC increases too rapidly. • High EC at finish can result in root damage, reduced shelf life and possible Pythium. • A Bonzi application (1 ppm drench, or 5 ppm spray) can be applied at the very end of the crop at first pollen shed to increase the shelf life and retain the cyathia.
Propagation • Roots rapidly; plant from a liner at 22-24 days. • Apply rooting hormone at the base of cutting. • Start feed program at day 7. • Medium-vigor variety; may require low levels of PGR application in propagation. Spray 500 ppm Cycocel at day 18-20. • Plant into the finished container when well rooted. • Feed aggressively; failure to feed early enough will result in yellowing and hardening. Early Finished Growth • Strong-branched varieties. Pinch early to avoid uneven branching: at day 14-16 from a liner; at day 24-26 for direct stick. • Apply light PGR when branches are 1-1.5 in. (2.5-4 cm) using Cycocel spray at 250-500 ppm to even out branches. • Prevention strategies for Pythium and Rhizoctonia are recommended shortly after planting into finished containers.
• Pinch early: at day 14-16 from a liner; at day 24-26 for direct stick. • Apply light PGR when branches are 1-1.5 in. (2.5-4 cm) using Cycocel spray at 500 ppm.
SERIES POINSETTIAS
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