CHRISTMAS MAGIC ™ RED Programmable Powerhouse The best option for early, compact, red poinsettias,
Christmas Magic Red displays a more saturated, non-fading color. It provides even branching with a better bract presentation on top of the plant for a higher-quality product. Plus, this variety is ideal for Southern growing and won’t delay in the heat.
Christmas Magic Red is predictable, programmable and perfect for early Thanksgiving — hitting week 46 and 47 sales without ever missing a ship date.
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“Christmas Magic Red is specifically targeted for early sales of small to mid-sized containers, and should be shipped when ready.” – James Doukas
CULTURE THAT WORKS 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.
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; use B-Nine/Cycocel tank mixes with caution in the South and not at all in the North. • Use caution, as plants are low vigor and 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 shelf life and retain the cyathia. •
• May not require PGR application in propagation. • Plant into the finished container when well rooted. • Feed aggressively; failure to feed early enough will result in yellowing and hardening. Early Finished Growth • Pinch early: at day 14-16 from a liner; at day 24-26 for direct stick. • Low-vigor varieties require less PGR for growth control. • Apply light PGR when branches are 1-1.5 in. (2.5-4 cm) using Cycocel spray at 500 ppm.
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