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ACALYPHA "BOURBON STREET"
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A winner from Louisiana, this colorful plant spits out heat and humidity, but also looks good in more Northerly gardens. The multi-colored leaves offer a coat of many colors from spring until late fall. |
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PLANTING INFO |
LIGHT LEVELS |
TEMPERATURES | USDA
HARDINESS |
WATER
REQUIREMENTS |
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Timing: January to March for spring finish. 1 liner per 4"-6" pot. 3-4 liners per 8"-10" pot. Finish time: 6-7 weeks for 4" - 6"; 10-12 weeks for 8"-10" Media: Well drained soilless mix (e.g. peat/perlite). pH 5.5-6.5 |
Moderate |
Day:
65-75° F.
Night: 60-70° F |
10 to 11 |
Avoid
wilting
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| FERTILIZER
REQUIREMENTS |
PINCHING
INFO |
GROWTH
REGULATORS |
PEST CONTROL |
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Constant feed: 300 ppm N
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Once at liner planting. Second pinch optional for shaping | None |
Insects: Watch for spider mites. Diseases: Drench with broad spectrum fungicide at liner planting. |
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USES |
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| Baskets, window boxes and ideal for mixed plantings. | |||
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