Schedule Crop - Phlox paniculata Super Ka-Pow™

Phlox paniculata Super Ka-Pow™

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)

Phlox paniculata Super Ka-Pow™ Blue

Phlox paniculata Super Ka-Pow™ Coral

Phlox paniculata Super Ka-Pow™ Fuchsia

Phlox paniculata Super Ka-Pow™ Lavender

Phlox paniculata Super Ka-Pow™ Pink

Phlox paniculata Super Ka-Pow™ White

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Propagation Guide
Media EC/pH:	EC 0.80 mmhos/pH 5.8-6.2
Soil Temperature:	68-74°F (20-23°C)
Rooting Hormone:	500 ppm IBA
Mist:	Low to moderate
Fertilization:	75-100 ppm N starting at Day 7
Pinching:	Yes, while young plants are soft and actively growing. Allow two internodes at each pinch.
Transplanting:	42-49 days after sticking
Comments:	Plants grow more actively under long days. Use 13-hour extended day lighting for Winter 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:	Long day obligate
Watering:	Moderate
Fertilization:	Use a balanced fertilizer at a rate of 150 to 175 ppm N.
Pinch After Transplant:	Yes, in cases where there are two or less shoots.
Plant Growth Regulators:	Configure at 600 ppm to increase branching
Pests and Fungal Diseases:	Powdery mildew when pressure is high.