Sky Fantasy
VIGOR
8.5 WEEKS
NARROW MINI AVAILABLE
POINSETTIA POINTER:
"Cooler temperatures are required for for the sky pattern. Holding temperatures improves the pattern over time." – Lauren Blume
CULTURE THAT WORKS
Growing On • Grows aggressively when branches develop; strong growth October into early November; slows as finish approaches in late November. • Cooler temperatures improve color pattern. Nights: 62°F (17°C); Days: 72°F (22°C). • Northern Climate: Limit PGR to chlormequat chloride spray at 500-1,000 ppm. • Southern Climate: Use 1-2 spray applications of daminozide (1,000 ppm)/ chlormequat chloride (500 ppm) before September 20. • Late PGR applications: chlormequat chloride spray 500-750 ppm, end October 15. • Micro paclobutrazol drenches can begin in early October; overly aggressive PGR applications in October can result in smaller bracts. Late Growing Stages • Feed continuously until finish. Watch media EC and reduce feed levels to avoid rapid increase; indicates plants' need for nutrition is waning. • High EC at finish can result in root damage, reduced shelf life and possible Pythium . • Finishes naturally in late November to early December; can be held cool to target week 50-51 sales; avoid dew point to prevent Botrytis .
Propagation • Roots rapidly; plant from liner at 19-21 days; apply rooting hormone to base of cutting. • Uses feed aggressively; start feed program around day 7; failure to feed early enough will result in yellowing. • High vigor level; will require PGR application in propagation; 500-750 ppm chlormequat chloride spray at day 15-20 and can be repeated if necessary. • Plant from liners to finished container when well rooted to prevent stretch. Early Finished Growth • Must be pinched early: at day 14-16 from a liner; at day 24-26 for direct stick. Failure to pinch early will result in uneven branching. • Apply light PGR when branches are 1-1.5 in. (2.5-4 cm) using chlormequat chloride spray at 500-750 ppm; recommended to even out the branches. • Branching occurs rapidly after pinch; PGR may be needed at 7 days. • Very upright habit; can go to final spacing very early if needed; rings can be avoided, even in large pots.
SERIES POINSETTIAS
7
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