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Verbena Homestead Hot Pink

Scientific Name : Verbena canadensis

Common Name : Rose Vervain

Hardiness Zone : 6b - 9a

Hardiness Degree : 15°F (-9°C)

Blooming Season : Spring, Late Spring, Summer, Autumn, Late Summer

Plant Habit : Spreading

Characteristics : Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds, Frost Tolerant

Water : Medium

Fertilizer : Once a month

Spacing : 28 - 32" (71 - 81cm)

Height : 4 - 6" (10 - 15cm)

Width : 18 - 24" (46 - 61cm)

Exposure : Sun

General Information : ‘Homestead Hot Pink’, like its namesake ‘Homestead Purple’, produces a carpet of color and features Zone 6 hardiness. Hot pink blooms work wonderfully as a groundcover. Mildew resistant, too.

Idea & Tips : Prefers well-drained soils in a sunny location. Fertilize monthly during the growing season to promote season-long flowering.

Grower Information : Hardy Verbena with a profusion of brightly colored flowers.

Like its namesake 'Homestead Purple,' this variety produces a carpet of color.
Hot pink blooms work wonderfully as a groundcover.
Mildew resistant, too.

'Homestead Hot Pink'

Protection Information : PP34,360

(Flowering Only License)

Breeder : Darwin Perennials

Propagation Guide
- Media EC/pH:
  
  EC 0.80 mmhos/pH 5.8-6.2
  
  Soil Temperature:
  
  70-72°F (21-22°C)
  
  Rooting Hormone:
  
  None
  
  Mist:
  
  Low to moderate
  
  Fertilization:
  
  50-75 ppm N starting Day 7
  
  Pinching:
  
  Yes, one to two times in propagation.
  
  Transplanting:
  
  35-42 days after sticking
  
  Comments:
  
  Do not oversaturate rooting media.
Finishing Guide
- Media pH:
  
  5.8-6.2
  
  Temperature:
  
  Nights: 56 to 64°F (13 to 18°C) Days: 65 to 76°F (18 to 24°C)
  
  Light Level (fc):
  
  5,000 to 8,000
  
  Vernalization:
  
  No
  
  Daylength:
  
  Long day facultative
  
  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:
  
  Not particularly sensitive. Use well-drained media.
Crop Scheduling
- 1–qt. (10–cm) pot, 1 plant per pot:
  
  4-6 wks
  
  1–gal. (15–cm) pot, 1 plant per pot:
  
  6-8 wks
  
  2 to 3–gal. (25 to 30–cm) pot, 3 plants per pot:
  
  Not recommended
  
  Bloom Months:
  
  March to October

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