Petchoa CitraNova™ Lemon Zest

General Information

Combines the best of petunias and calibrachoas. Large flowers in vibrant colors create full hanging baskets and patio pots. Covered with blooms that last longer into the summer season. Grows semi-mounded and spreads out, filling containers.

Grower Information

This cold-tolerant petunia x calibrachoa hybrid features the bright colors of calibrachoas combined with the large blooms and strong root system of petunias. Lots of flower power with blooms that last longer into the Summer season in hanging baskets and patio pots. Outstanding performer in combinations.

Huge white blooms have large yellow centers. Semi-mounded and trailing habit. Medium-high vigor is slightly more vigorous than Limone.

'Balcitlemz'

Protection Information: PPAF

(Flowering Only License)

Product Form

Liner

Prefinished

URC

Growing Information

General Information

Height: 8 - 10 in. (20 - 25 cm)

Spread: 16 - 22 in. (41 - 56 cm)

Exposure: Sun

Propagation Guide

Tray Sizes (cells/tray): 50, 72, 84, 105

Rooting Hormone: No

Average Days with Mist: 6-9

Pinch: Yes

Average Propagation Time (weeks): 3-4

Comments: Avoid overmisting. Apply preventative fungicide at 3-4 weeks.

Finishing

Soil pH: 5.4-5.8

Light Levels (fc): 5,000-8,000

Temperature Day: 59-76°F (15-24°C)

Temperature Night: 53-61°F (12-16°C)

Fertilization (ppm N): 200-250

No. of Pinches: 0-1

Plant Growth Regulators (S=spray / D=Drench): Apply daminozide(S) at 1,500-2,500 ppm to control habit early. A paclobutrazol(D) at 0.5-1.0 ppm applied as crop matures will control final height but not delay flowering or reduce flower size.

Pests: Whitefly, thrips, leafminers

Diseases: Botrytis, Root rot, Tobacco Mosaic Virus

Finishing Comments: Cool temperatures and high light will reduce the need for PGRs. Monitor regularly for high pH and possible iron deficiency. Crop times will be shortest as days lengthen in Spring.