Vegetative Variety

Leucanthemum superbum Make My Daisy™

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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
Early Spring
 
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(1 ppp)
 
 
 
 
Finishing will be temperature and light intensity dependent. Higher light = faster finishing. Long day lighting will hasten flowering.
Week color desired
URC stick week
Liner transplant week
Spring/Summer
 
Gallon
(1 ppp)
 
 
 
 
Week color desired
URC stick week
Liner transplant week
Late-Summer/Fall
 
Gallon
(1 ppp)
 
 
 
 
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Propagation Guide
Media EC/pH: EC 0.80 mmhos/pH 5.8-6.2
Temperature: 70-72°F (21-22°C)
Rooting Hormone: 500 ppm IBA
Mist: Low to moderate
Fertilization: 50 ppm N starting at Day 7
Pinching: Pinch 21 days after sticking.
Transplanting: 35-42 days after sticking
Comments: For fastest, most reliable rooting, do not oversaturate rooting media.
Finishing Guide
Media pH: 5.8-6.2
Temperature: Nights: 55°F (13°C) Days: 68°F (20°C)
Light: 5,000 to 8,000
Vernalization: No
Daylength: Long day facultative
Watering: Moderate
Fertilization: Use a balanced fertilizer at a rate of 150 to 175 ppm N.
Pinch After Transplant: Typically not required
Plant Growth Regulators: PGRs generally not needed
Pests and Fungal Diseases: Watch for crown rot if overwatered.