CHRISTMAS CANDLE Ideal for Large-Container Production With vigorous, showy bracts, Christmas Candle grabs everyone’s attention. An upright habit on exceptionally strong stems makes this red poinsettia ideal for large-container production, and its mid-season timing is perfect for late November and early December sales.
8-8.5 WEEKS VIGOR
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POINSETTIA POINTER:
“Christmas Candle grows smoothly once branches develop. Steady, vigorous growth continues throughout the crop until color begins to show. For best results, feed early and aggressively.” – James Doukas
CULTURE THAT WORKS Propagation • Roots well; plant from a liner at 24 days. • Apply rooting hormone at the base of cutting. • Start feed program at day 7. • Feed aggressively; failure to feed early enough will result in yellowing and hardening. • Grows rapidly after rooting; early PGR reccomended. Early Finished Growth • Pinch early: at day 14-18 from a liner; at day 28 for direct stick. • Breaks begin to grow 5-7 days after pinch. • In low-humidity climates, Florel applications before and/or after pinch may help hasten branching. • Early PGR after pinch can keep plant even.
Growing On • Grows steadily once the branches develop, and exhibits consistent vigorous growth throughout the crop until color begins. • Apply modest PGR when branches are 1-1.5 in. (2.5-4 cm) using Cycocel spray at 750-1000 ppm. • Apply more aggressive PGR when branches are 2 in. (5 cm). • Southern Climate: Use 1-2 applications of B-Nine (1,000 ppm)/ Cycocel (500 ppm) before September 20. • Apply later Cycocel sprays at 500-750 ppm, with last applications by October 10. • Micro Bonzi drenches can begin in early October. Late Growing Stages • Requires continuous feed until finish. • Reduce feed levels if media EC increases too rapidly. • Avoid dry down to prevent root damage. •
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