Ptilotus Seeds

Joey Ptilotus Seeds Large, 3-4" bottlebrush spikes start out a glistening silver color, then gradually darkens to neon pink near the tips. More >>

Item #A-569 | 5 Seeds | Price: $4.95 Qty:

How To Grow Joey Ptilotus From Seeds

Germination:

• 5-7 days at 70-72 �F

Plug Culture:

• Stage 1 requires light for germination.
• Cover seed lightly with vermiculite after sowing.
• Stage II moderate soil moisture levels.
• Stage III: Gradually lower temperatures to 66-68 �F and lower soil moisture levels.
• Stage IV: Temperatures can be reduced to 66 �C. Transplant plugs as scheduled and do not let plugs get root bound.

Growing On:

• 6-8 weeks after sowing transplant.

Media:

• Use a well-drained media, pH 5.5-6.5

Light:

• Day neutral, but a light summation flowering response.
• Higher light levels promote shorter, better-branched plants with larger flowers.

Temperature:

• Grow at 70-74 �F.
• Avoid temperatures below 60 �F

Fertilization:

• Moderate to high fertilization levels are required.
• Fertilize the crop weekly with 100-150 ppm nitrogen, using a complete and balanced fertilizer.
• Avoid high ammonium and high nitrogen levels.