Schedule Crop - Penstemon Mountain Treats™

Penstemon Mountain Treats™

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.

Notes/Pitfall Management
One pinch in liner. Leave 2 nodes. Second pinch/trim can be beneficial.

Week color desired

URC stick week

Liner transplant week

Spring/Summer

Gallon
(1 ppp)

Penstemon Rock Candy is recommended for early Spring. Lavender is 1-2 weeks slower. Scheduling is from final pinch/trim

Late-Summer/Fall

Gallon
(1 ppp)

Rose is 1-2 weeks earlier to flower. Scheduling is from final pinch/trim.

Penstemon Mountain Treats™ Fuchsia

Penstemon Mountain Treats™ Lavender

Penstemon Mountain Treats™ Light Pink

Penstemon Mountain Treats™ Red

Penstemon Mountain Treats™ Rose

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Propagation Guide
Media EC/pH:	EC 0.75-0.80 mmhos/pH 5.8-6.2
Temperature:	70-72°F (21-22°C)
Rooting Hormone:	500 ppm IBA
Mist:	Moderate to high for first 24 hours, then reduce to low.
Fertilization:	50-75 ppm N
Pinching:	Recommended.
Transplanting:	35-42 days after sticking
Comments:	Use low mist settings; do not oversaturate rooting media. Root zone temperatures of 70°F (21°C).

Finishing Guide
Media pH:	5.8-6.2
Temperature:	Nights: 55 to 70°F (13 to 21°C) Days: 60 to 80°F (15 to 27°C)
Light:	3,000 to 5,000
Vernalization:	No
Daylength:	Long day obligate
Watering:	Allow media to dry moderately between watering.
Fertilization:	Use a balanced fertilizer at a rate of 125 to 150 ppm.
Pinch After Transplant:	Second trim after liner pinch is beneficial
Plant Growth Regulators:	Sumagic sprays beneficial
Pests and Fungal Diseases:	Spider mites, thrips