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Senetti Blue Bicolor

Pericallis hybrid

Pericallis

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General Information

Growing Tips:

Use a fertilizer for blooming plants. Follow the direction on the label. Water regularly, do not allow plants to dry out.

Exposure:

Part Sun to Sun

Height:

12-24"

Spacing:

12-18"

Hardy Temp:

25°F (-4°C)

Hardiness Zones:

9a, 9b, 10a, 10b, 11a, 11b, 12a, 12b

Uses:

Spring Patio containers, short term bedding plant, short term indoor flowering plant

Features:

Masses of vividly-hued blooms float above rounded, compact foliage. Unmatched for winter and early season color, the plants stay beautiful for weeks indoors then rebloom after they move outside. WIll tolerate low temperatures outside in early spring. Keep from frost.

Patent:

Pericallis SENETTI® Blue Bicolor 'Sunsenebabubai' PPAF

Cultural/Growing Information

pH:

5.8 - 6.2

EC (2:1 Extraction Method):

0.6 - 0.9

Fertilization Recommendations:

150-200 ppm

Rooting Out:

45-50°F or 7-10°C

Growing On:

65-70°F or 18-21°C

Holding Temperature:

40-50°F or 4-10°C

Light Levels:

Medium

Water Requirements:

MODERATE TO MOIST

Planting & Timing Information:

Fall through Spring. Standard PPP.

Finish Time 4-5":

15-18

Finish Time 6"/Gallon:

15-18

Pinching/Growth Regulators:

Soft-pinch plants 1 to 2 weeks after planting when new growth is observed, removing about 1/2-inch of tip growth.

Height control is less necessary in early season. Cool temperatures and a small negative DIF will generally be sufficient. When growing at warmer times of the year stretch can be a problem. 2500 ppm B-Nine spray at visible bud stage will help control this stretch.

Pest and Disease Management:

Aphids, whiteflies, leaf miners, spider mites, and thrips can be problem insects.

Botrytis, Powdery Mildew, Downey Mildew, Pythium, and Phytopthera can be a problem.

Grower Tips:

Establishment: Average 65F for 3 to 4 weeks for vegetative growth

Flower Set: Average 45F for 6 weeks to initiate flowers

Flowering: Average 55F to develop flowers in
6 to 8 weeks

-Senetti Mini's are best finished in 4.5" containers. All other varieties are best suited for 6" or larger containers.

Winter Flowering:

Spring Outdoor Finish:

First to move outside