First-Year-Flowering Scheduling Tool
Nepeta faassenii Whispurr™
North: grown outdoor flowering window weeks 25-35
South: grown outdoor flowering window weeks 16-35
Nepeta faassenii Whispurr™ Blue
Nepeta faassenii Whispurr™ Pink
| Suggested Container Size. |
| Container: |
1.5 gal or larger (1 ppp) |
| Propagation Guide |
| Media EC/pH: |
EC 0.80 mmhos/pH 5.8-6.2 |
| Soil Temperature: |
70-72°F (21-22°C) |
| Rooting Hormone: |
500 ppm IBA |
| Mist: |
Low to moderate |
| Fertilization: |
50-75 ppm N |
| Pinching: |
Yes, pinch 14-18 days after stick. |
| Transplanting: |
Liner transplant week |
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| Finishing Guide |
| Media pH: |
5.8-6.2 |
| Temperature: |
Nights: 55 to 65°F (13 to 18°C) Days: 65 to 75°F (18 to 24°C) |
| Light Level (fc): |
5,000 to 8,000 |
| Vernalization: |
No |
| 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: |
B-Nine/Cycocel sprays 2,500/1,000 ppm |
| Pests and Fungal Diseases: |
Spider mites, thrips |