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STROBILANTHES "Persian Shield"
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In summers with sweltering heat or on the cool side, the multi-colored foliage is always exquisite. Top Seller! |
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PLANTING INFO |
LIGHT LEVELS ZONES |
TEMPERATURES | USDA
HARDINESS |
WATER
REQUIREMENTS |
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1 liner per 4-6" pot. Finish time: 6-8weeks Uses: Pots, beds, Mixed plantings. Media: Well drained soilless mix (e.g. peat/perlite). pH 6 |
High to very high. 3000-9000 ft. candles. High light enhances color and branching. |
Day:
70-75° F.
Night: 62-65° F. |
9 to 11 | Keep
consistently moist.
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REQUIREMENTS |
PINCHING
INFO |
GROWTH
REGULATORS |
PEST CONTROL |
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Constant feed: 100-125ppm N, 50-60ppm P, 100-125ppm K. Periodic feed: 150-175ppm N, 75-85ppm P, 150-175ppm K. Micronutrients: Average amounts. |
Pinch 1 week after liner planting. Second pinch optional. | Not required. Cycocel, B-Nine and Bonzi effective. |
No apparent problems identified. Drench with broad spectrum fungicide at liner planting.
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MARKETING TIPS |
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| Plants may be used in baskets, landscapes, or containers. Heat and humidity are no problem. Handsome blue flowers continue all season. | |||
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