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Coreopsis Sunfetti Yellow Bicolor

  • Delivers strong powdery mildew resistance vs. other coreopsis.
  • Bulks fast in the container and in the ground.
  • Abundance of petite flowers bloom most of the Summer.
Yellow and deep red petals surround orange centers.

GENERAL INFORMATION

Scientific Name: Coreopsis hybrida
CommonName: Tickseed
Hardiness Zone: 5a - 9b
Hardiness Degree: -25°F (-25°C)
Blooming Season: Spring, Late Spring, Summer
Plant Habit: Mounded
Characteristics: Attracts Bees, Attracts Butterflies, Deer Resistant, Heat Tolerant
Water: Medium
Fertilizer: Once a month
Spacing: 20 - 24" (51 - 61cm)
Height: 12 - 14" (30 - 36cm)
Width: 18 - 22" (46 - 56cm)
Exposure: Sun

PROPAGATION

Media EC/pH: EC 0.75-0.80 mmhos/pH 5.8-6.2
Soil Temperature: 70-72°F (21-22°C)
Rooting Hormone: 500-1,000 ppm IBA
Mist: Moderate
Fertilization: 50-75 ppm N
Pinching: Pinch once in the liner stage.
Transplanting: 35-42 days after sticking
Comments: Use low mist settings; do not oversaturate rooting media. Root zone temperatures of 70°F (21°C). Remove flowers in propagation.

FINISHING

Media pH: 5.8-6.2
Temperature: Nights: 55 to 65°F (13 to 17°C) Days: 60 to 80°F (15 to 27°C)
Light Level (fc): 5,000 to 8,000
Vernalization: No
Daylength: Day length neutral
Watering: Allow media to dry moderately between watering.
Fertilization: Use a balanced fertilizer at a rate of 125 to 150 ppm.
Pinch After Transplant: No
Plant Growth Regulators: B-Nine/Cycocel combination at 3,750-5,000 ppm, B-Nine/Cycocel 500 ppm before flowering. Sumagic spray can be used after flowering if needed.
Pests and Fungal Diseases: Spider mites, thrips

CROP SCHEDULING

1–qt. (10–cm) pot, 1 plant per pot: Not recommended
1–gal. (15–cm) pot, 1 plant per pot: Rooted: 10-12 wks
2 to 3–gal. (25 to 30–cm) pot, 3 plants per pot: Rooted: 12-14 wks
Bloom Months: March to November
Plant Protection
'Balsettiyel'
Protection Information : PPAF
(Flowering Only License)