Id-Code: CA 464
Family: Asteraceae, Compositae
Origin: Garden origin
Special Features: Long-lasting, double and semi-double flowers. Healthy growth and good winter hardiness
History: Introduced by JELITTO STAUDENSAMEN GMBH in 1996
Colour: Pure white
Natural Flowering Period: June - August
Winter Hardiness Zones: Z3-7
Growth Habit: Upright
Foliage: Toothed, oblong leaves
Height with Flower: 70 cm (28'')
Spacing between Plants: 60 cm (24'')
Soil Requirement: Any good garden soil, pH 5.8 - 6.8
Location: Full sun or partial shade
Use: Distinctive in the perennial border and outstanding as a cut flower. Plant together with Campanula punctata f. rubriflora, Digitalis ferruginea 'Gigantea Gelber Herold' and Alstroemeria 'Mona Lisa'
Specialities: Easy and reliable from seed
Cultural Tips:
Grams per 1000 seeds: 1,25
Seeds per Gram: 800
Seeding Recommendation: 4 g / 1000 plants
Sowing Rate: 2-3 seeds per cell
Plug tray recommended size(s): 128, 288
Germination: Rapidly germinating (2 to 3 weeks), keep seed in constant moisture (not wet) with temperatures of about +20°C (68°F). Seeds must be covered thinly. Keep in cooler conditions after germination occurs.
Scheduling:
Growing On:
Best Sowing Dates: Anytime
Sowing to Germination: 2 - 3 weeks
Germination to Transplant: 4 - 8 weeks
Transplanting to Salable Plant: 6 - 10 weeks
Cutting-Back at Transplanting: Cut back 1-2 times; once at transplanting; once again 4 weeks later to keep more compact
Container Size(s): 1-2 plugs per 11/12 cm (4 1/2'')
Vernalization: A prudent recommendation would be to provide 6-12 weeks at an average daily temperature of 40°F (5°C). Exposure to cold may not be necessary for flowering but might improve quality.
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)
