Marketing Name: Mystica

Id-Code: PA 209
Family: Scrophulariaceae
Origin: Selected in the Cornhusker state of Nebraska (USA) by the University of Nebraska
Special Features: White trumpet-shaped blooms surround the sturdy stems. 98% of the plants have attractive bronze-purple leaves
History: Selected by Dale Lindgren from the University of Nebraska
Distinction: Selected as Perennial Plant of the year from the PPA (Perennial Plant Association)
Colour: White
Natural Flowering Period: June - August
Winter Hardiness Zones: Z3-8
Growth Habit: Upright
Foliage: Handsome lance-shaped leaves colored bronze-purple
Height with Flowers: 100 cm (40'')
Spacing between Plants: 45 cm (18'')
Soil Requirements: Well-drained soils, pH 5.8 - 7.2
Location: Full sun
Use: Plant in mixed containers or the border with Baptisia australis var. minor, Eryngium planum 'Blaukappe' and Gaillardia 'Amber Wheels'
Specialities: Easy to establish perennial cut flower. Also available as JELITTO GOLD NUGGET SEED^® (PG 209)

Cultural Tips:
Grams per 1000 Seeds: 0,294
Seeds per Gram: 3400
Seeding Recommendation: 2 g / 1000 plants
Sowing Rate: 6-7 seeds per cell
Plug tray recommended size(s): 128 or 288
Germination: These perennial seeds germinate very irregularly over a long period. Lower temperatures of less than +5°C [41°F] are very effective. Seed trays should not be discarded prematurely. Constant moisture must be maintained. Do not leave in direct sunlight.

Scheduling:
Best Sowing Dates: November - March
Sowing to Germination: 3 - 6 weeks
Germination to Transplant: 4 - 6 weeks
Transplanting to Salable Plant: 6 - 8 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: A 15-16 week cold period at 35-45°F (2-7°C) will allow the plant to flower without extra lighting. If the cold period is shortened a longer period to bloom will be required.
Forcing: With sufficient cooling, blooms can be expected in 6-8 weeks at normal greenhouse temperatures.
Fertilization: Medium (150-200 ppm)