Id-Code: AA 143
Family: Lamiaceae, Labiatae
Origin: New Mexico (USA)
Special Features: Fragrant pink blooms on compact plants with good branching
History: Leaves used for seasoning meats by the Pueblo Indians. Has potential homeopathic use for treatment of fever and coughs.
Colour: Pink
Natural Flowering Period: June - September
Winter Hardiness Zones: Z7-10
Growth Habit: Upright and compact
Foliage: Mint-scented leaves
Height with Flowers: 40 cm (16'')
Spacing between Plants: 45 cm (18'')
Soil Requirements: Well-drained soils, pH 5.8 - 7.2
Location: Full sun
Use: Could be used as a seasonal edging plant or combined in mixed containers, the border or the rock garden with Agapanthus 'Peter Pan', Antirrhinum braun-blanquettii and Berkheya purpurea
Specialities: First year flowering. Attracts hummingbirds and butterflies

Cultural Tips:
Grams per 1000 Seeds: 0,238
Seeds per Gram: 4200
Seeding Recommendation: 0,5 g / 1000 plants
Sowing Rate: 2-3 seeds per cell
Plug tray recommended size(s): 128, 288
Germination: Rapidly germinating, keep seed in constant moisture (not wet) with temperatures of about +20°C [68°F]. Do not cover the seed but tightly press into the earth. Keep in cooler conditions after germination occurs. The germination might be slower and more irregular. This poses no problems.

Scheduling:
Best Sowing Dates: Anytime
Sowing to Germination: 3 - 4 weeks
Germination to Transplant: 4 - 6 weeks
Transplanting to Salable Plant: 4 - 6 weeks
Cutting-Back at Transplanting: Cut-back once to keep more compact

Growing On:
Container Size(s): 1 plug per 8/9 cm (3 1/2''); 1-2 plugs per 11/12 cm (4 1/2''); 2-3 plugs per 15 cm (6'')
Vernalization: No vernalization required for flowering in the first year.
Forcing: Provide 16 hours of continuous lighting. During the short days of winter, provide a night interruption lighting of 4 hours between 10:00 p.m. and 2:00 a.m. 6-8 weeks to flower.
Fertilization: Medium (150-200 ppm)