Schedule Crop - Salvia greggii Radio Red

Salvia greggii Radio Red

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

Salvia greggii Radio Red

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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:	Moderate
Fertilization:	50-75 ppm N
Pinching:	Recommended after roots are established. Leave 4-5 active internodes.
Transplanting:	35-42 days after sticking
Comments:	Begin fertilizing 7 days after stick.

Finishing Guide
Media pH:	5.8-6.2
Temperature:	Nights: 45 to 70°F (7 to 21°C) Days: 55 to 80°F (13 to 27°C)
Light Level (fc):	5,000 to 8,000
Vernalization:	No
Daylength:	Day length neutral
Watering:	Allow media to dry moderately between watering.
Fertilization:	Use a balanced fertilizer at a rate of 125 to 150 ppm.
Pinch After Transplant:	Once for smaller pot sizes, twice for larger containers.
Plant Growth Regulators:	PGRs generally not needed
Pests and Fungal Diseases:	White fly, spider mites