Schedule Crop - Achillea New Vintage™

Achillea New Vintage™

Data is gathered from our West Grove, Pa., trials (Zone 6a). Southern growers: expect 1-2 weeks earlier finishing. Northern growers: 1 week slower. Consider summertime scheduling accurate. Dates based on a standard 72 liner size.

Week color desired

URC stick week

Liner transplant week

Spring/Summer

Gallon
(1 ppp)

Late-Summer/Fall

Gallon
(1 ppp)

*Plantings after week 25 finish faster

Achillea New Vintage™ Terracotta

Achillea New Vintage™ Red

Achillea New Vintage™ Rose

Achillea New Vintage™ Violet

Achillea New Vintage™ White

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Propagation Guide
Media EC/pH:	EC 1.0-1.25 mmhos/pH 5.8-6.2
Soil Temperature:	70-72°F (21-22°C)
Rooting Hormone:	500-1,000 ppm IBA
Mist:	Low to moderate
Fertilization:	50-75 ppm N
Pinching:	Not necessary, remove premature flowers.
Transplanting:	28-35 days after sticking
Comments:	Do not over-mist.

Finishing Guide
Media pH:	5.8-6.2
Temperature:	Nights: 55 to 65°F (13 to 18°C) Days: 60 to 65°F (16 to 18°C)
Light Level (fc):	5,000 to 8,000
Vernalization:	No
Daylength:	Long day facultative
Watering:	Allow media to dry regularly between watering.
Fertilization:	Use a balanced fertilizer at a rate of 125 to 150 ppm.
Pinch After Transplant:	Typically not required
Plant Growth Regulators:	PGRs generally not needed
Pests and Fungal Diseases:	Pythium and rhizoctonia can result from overwatering.