Schedule Crop - Heuchera x villosa Big Top

Heuchera x villosa Big Top

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

TC stick week

Liner transplant week

Spring/Summer

Gallon
(1 ppp)

Foliage

Late-Summer/Fall

Gallon
(1 ppp)

Foliage

Heuchera x villosa Big Top Caramel Apple

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Propagation Guide
Media EC/pH:	EC 0.75-0.80 mmhos/pH 5.8-6.2
Soil Temperature:	70-74°F (21-23°C)
Rooting Hormone:	None
Mist:	Low; prefers high humidity rather than mist.
Fertilization:	50 ppm N starting at Day 7
Pinching:	Not necessary.
Transplanting:	56-63 days after sticking
Comments:	Use low mist settings; do not oversaturate rooting media. Root zone temperatures of 70°F (21°C). Review our Heuchera Tissue Culture guide at darwinperennials.com/Culture/ProductionGuides.

Finishing Guide
Media pH:	5.8-6.2
Temperature:	Nights: 55 to 65°F (13 to 18°C) Days: 65 to 75°F (18 to 24°C)
Light Level (fc):	1,500 to 2,500
Vernalization:	No
Daylength:	Day length neutral
Watering:	Moderate
Fertilization:	Use a balanced fertilizer at a rate of 125 to 150 ppm N.
Pinch After Transplant:	No
Plant Growth Regulators:	PGRs generally not needed
Pests and Fungal Diseases:	Watch for crown rot if overwatered.