Schedule Crop - Lavandula stoechas Primavera

Lavandula stoechas Primavera

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)

*for finishing Apr-July

Late-Summer/Fall

Gallon
(1 ppp)

*for finishing Aug-Oct

Winter-Early Spring

Gallon
(1 ppp)

* for finishing Dec-Mar

Lavandula stoechas Primavera

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Propagation Guide
Media EC/pH:	EC 0.75-0.80 mmhos/pH 5.8-6.2
Soil Temperature:	70-72°F (21-22°C)
Rooting Hormone:	500 ppm IBA
Mist:	Low; prefers high humidity rather than mist.
Fertilization:	50 ppm N starting at Day 7
Pinching:	Recommended after roots are established. Leave 4-5 active internodes. 2 pinches in liner is good. Can pinch a third time for higher flower count.
Transplanting:	42-56 days after sticking
Comments:	Use low mist settings; do not oversaturate rooting media. Root zone temperatures of 70°F (21°C). Remove flowers in propagation.

Finishing Guide
Media pH:	5.8-6.2
Temperature:	Nights: 56 to 64°F (13 to 18°C) Days: 65 to 76°F (18 to 24°C)
Light Level (fc):	5,000 to 8,000
Vernalization:	No
Daylength:	Day length neutral
Watering:	Allow media to dry slightly between watering.
Fertilization:	Use a balanced fertilizer at a rate of 100 to 125 ppm.
Pinch After Transplant:	Not necessary if pinches provided in liner
Plant Growth Regulators:	PGRs generally not needed
Pests and Fungal Diseases:	Thielaviopsis, pythium and rhizoctonia can result from overwatering. Thrips, white fly, aphids, fungus gnats.