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Forcing Schedule for Easter Lily Miracle
# Weeks
To Easter
25 Lily Bulb Production. Longi Miracle bulbs are dug, cleaned, shipped and in distributor warehouse by October-16th.
23 Earliest start of bulb programming is October 16th. But start NO later than October 25th (23 weeks before Easter)
20 Bulb cooling was completed by your bulb supplier at 35-36F for a minimum of 6-weeks (42-days)
17 Plant the bulbs in pots no later than 17 weeks before Easter: Bulbs are Case Cooled by Supplier
Pot & water in well then allow rooting in greenhouse at 60-62F up to 3 weeks. A HydraFiber® blend is recommended.
14 Roots should be visible by week 15 & shoots will emerge by week 14. Start fertilizing & keep moist.
13 1"-2" tall. RootShieldPlus at 8 oz. with OnGuard @ 1Qt./Gallon injected at 1:100 dilution ratio is recommended.
If RootShield Plus granules are incorporated in the growing mix then this treatment is unnecessary. Follow the label.
Start secondary bud initiation by dropping temps down to 45F for one full week to set the secondary buds.
12 2"-3" tall. Bud initiation coincides with stem root development. Run at 60-62F-day/ nights until bud set is complete.
11 3"-4" tall. Plant growth regulator applications should NOT be needed at all, unless they are grown very tight
Bud initiation nearly complete, maintain temperature below 65F until done.
10 Check for bud set, if good to go, increase to 65F. Keep greenhouse cooler if ahead of schedule.
9 5"-6" tall. Adjust temperatures as needed. Must now space the lilies to avoid stretching. Or use a PGR spray.
Only apply Fascination (10ppm) to lower leaves 7 to 10 days before visible bud if leaf yellowing is evident.
8 Check for aphids & root problems. Apply systemic or biological pest control sometime during weeks 10, 9, or 8.
Soil test & if leaf scorch is evident, use some calcium nitrate. Make sure to check the EC levels before application.
7 7"-8" tall. Lilies reach half of final height 42 days before sale. The Flower buds can now be felt.
If buds are visible on early plantings run 60F until finish.
6 35 days to sale. Buds to be visible no later than 30 days prior to sale. Grade for uniformity as buds become visible.
5 Buds 0.5" to 1" long. Re-apply Fascination (10 ppm) to lower leaves if necessary.
A late season Ancymidol spray of 33ppm (A-rest) can be applied to avoid stretching (necking)
4 Buds 1" to 1.5" long, some will start bending down.
3 Buds 1.5" to 2” long. If aphids present, use a total release smoke or aerosol.
2 Buds 2.5" to 4" long, some turning puffy white. Stop fertilizing just before sale & apply clear water once.
Cool lilies at 35-45F to hold. Prior to cold storage, you can spray Fascination (100 ppm) over the entire plant.
1 Palm Sunday. Shade lilies once removed from storage. If needed, use an ethylene type blocker prior to shipping.
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NOTE: This is a growing guide only, based on performance testing 2017-2018-2019-2020
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Forcing Freesia for Pot
Potted freesia are basically experimental, but forcers are encouraged to determine how they will force and market under their conditions. The objective is to produce a marketable plant in 70-90 days from planting with an average total plant height of 10-20". These goals are not always achieved with the cultivars and treatments evaluated. Select principally pot varieties for pot forcing.
Storage after arrival:
On arrival, dip in Paclobutrazol (Bonzi) or Ancymidol (A'Rest) and plant.
Planting:
Plant corms 1" deep. Use 4-8 corms per 4" pot; 6-12 per 6" pot; 10-20 corms per 8" pot. Use well drained pH 6.5-7.2, fluoride-free sterilized planting medium.
Watering:
Keep planting medium moist, but not wet.
Fertilizer:
After plants begin to grow, use 200ppn of 20-20-20 every other week.
Light Requirements:
Freesia require a medium to high light (>2500 ft. candle) intensity greenhouse.
Temperature:
Use a 50-55°F night temperature greenhouse. Avoid temperatures above 63°F especially during short days of winter. Forcing times range from55 to 100 days depending on the cultivars. Market plants when first floret begins to open. If plants need to be stored, place at 32-35°F but not for a long period.
Forcing Freesia for Cut
Availability:
Freesia are shipped from early September until March.
Storage after arrival:
The corms can be stored at 48-55°F for up to three weeks. Thereafter the spike may dry up too much if not planted.
Planting:
Plant either in flats or beds. A well drained soil mix is essential. This soil mix should be sterile at planting time with a pH level of 6.5-7.2. Plant 2" deep and use about 10 corms per square foot. Beds or trays will need to have wire mesh support facilities. Freesia should be planted in light intensity greenhouses.
Watering:
Keep medium moist, but not wet.
Temperatures:
Use a cool greenhouse (50-58°F). Avoid temperatures over 70°F especially during short days of winter. Cool growing temperatures will determine when freesia will bloom. Generally it takes approximately 120 days from planting to harvest first flowers. Once the flowering begins, flowering usually lasts 4 weeks.
Fertilizer:
After plants begin to grow use a liquid fertilizer every other week.
More Details
Forcing Freesia for Pot
Potted freesia are basically experimental, but forcers are encouraged to determine how they will force and market under their conditions. The objective is to produce a marketable plant in 70-90 days from planting with an average total plant height of 10-20". These goals are not always achieved with the cultivars and treatments evaluated. Select principally pot varieties for pot forcing.
Storage after arrival:
On arrival, dip in Paclobutrazol (Bonzi) or Ancymidol (A'Rest) and plant.
Planting:
Plant corms 1" deep. Use 4-8 corms per 4" pot; 6-12 per 6" pot; 10-20 corms per 8" pot. Use well drained pH 6.5-7.2, fluoride-free sterilized planting medium.
Watering:
Keep planting medium moist, but not wet.
Fertilizer:
After plants begin to grow, use 200ppn of 20-20-20 every other week.
Light Requirements:
Freesia require a medium to high light (>2500 ft. candle) intensity greenhouse.
Temperature:
Use a 50-55°F night temperature greenhouse. Avoid temperatures above 63°F especially during short days of winter. Forcing times range from55 to 100 days depending on the cultivars. Market plants when first floret begins to open. If plants need to be stored, place at 32-35°F but not for a long period.
Forcing Freesia for Cut
Availability:
Freesia are shipped from early September until March.
Storage after arrival:
The corms can be stored at 48-55°F for up to three weeks. Thereafter the spike may dry up too much if not planted.
Planting:
Plant either in flats or beds. A well drained soil mix is essential. This soil mix should be sterile at planting time with a pH level of 6.5-7.2. Plant 2" deep and use about 10 corms per square foot. Beds or trays will need to have wire mesh support facilities. Freesia should be planted in light intensity greenhouses.
Watering:
Keep medium moist, but not wet.
Temperatures:
Use a cool greenhouse (50-58°F). Avoid temperatures over 70°F especially during short days of winter. Cool growing temperatures will determine when freesia will bloom. Generally it takes approximately 120 days from planting to harvest first flowers. Once the flowering begins, flowering usually lasts 4 weeks.
Fertilizer:
After plants begin to grow use a liquid fertilizer every other week.
More Details
Forcing Freesia for Pot
Potted freesia are basically experimental, but forcers are encouraged to determine how they will force and market under their conditions. The objective is to produce a marketable plant in 70-90 days from planting with an average total plant height of 10-20". These goals are not always achieved with the cultivars and treatments evaluated. Select principally pot varieties for pot forcing.
Storage after arrival:
On arrival, dip in Paclobutrazol (Bonzi) or Ancymidol (A'Rest) and plant.
Planting:
Plant corms 1" deep. Use 4-8 corms per 4" pot; 6-12 per 6" pot; 10-20 corms per 8" pot. Use well drained pH 6.5-7.2, fluoride-free sterilized planting medium.
Watering:
Keep planting medium moist, but not wet.
Fertilizer:
After plants begin to grow, use 200ppn of 20-20-20 every other week.
Light Requirements:
Freesia require a medium to high light (>2500 ft. candle) intensity greenhouse.
Temperature:
Use a 50-55°F night temperature greenhouse. Avoid temperatures above 63°F especially during short days of winter. Forcing times range from55 to 100 days depending on the cultivars. Market plants when first floret begins to open. If plants need to be stored, place at 32-35°F but not for a long period.
Forcing Freesia for Cut
Availability:
Freesia are shipped from early September until March.
Storage after arrival:
The corms can be stored at 48-55°F for up to three weeks. Thereafter the spike may dry up too much if not planted.
Planting:
Plant either in flats or beds. A well drained soil mix is essential. This soil mix should be sterile at planting time with a pH level of 6.5-7.2. Plant 2" deep and use about 10 corms per square foot. Beds or trays will need to have wire mesh support facilities. Freesia should be planted in light intensity greenhouses.
Watering:
Keep medium moist, but not wet.
Temperatures:
Use a cool greenhouse (50-58°F). Avoid temperatures over 70°F especially during short days of winter. Cool growing temperatures will determine when freesia will bloom. Generally it takes approximately 120 days from planting to harvest first flowers. Once the flowering begins, flowering usually lasts 4 weeks.
Fertilizer:
After plants begin to grow use a liquid fertilizer every other week.
More Details
Forcing Freesia for Pot
Potted freesia are basically experimental, but forcers are encouraged to determine how they will force and market under their conditions. The objective is to produce a marketable plant in 70-90 days from planting with an average total plant height of 10-20". These goals are not always achieved with the cultivars and treatments evaluated. Select principally pot varieties for pot forcing.
Storage after arrival:
On arrival, dip in Paclobutrazol (Bonzi) or Ancymidol (A'Rest) and plant.
Planting:
Plant corms 1" deep. Use 4-8 corms per 4" pot; 6-12 per 6" pot; 10-20 corms per 8" pot. Use well drained pH 6.5-7.2, fluoride-free sterilized planting medium.
Watering:
Keep planting medium moist, but not wet.
Fertilizer:
After plants begin to grow, use 200ppn of 20-20-20 every other week.
Light Requirements:
Freesia require a medium to high light (>2500 ft. candle) intensity greenhouse.
Temperature:
Use a 50-55°F night temperature greenhouse. Avoid temperatures above 63°F especially during short days of winter. Forcing times range from55 to 100 days depending on the cultivars. Market plants when first floret begins to open. If plants need to be stored, place at 32-35°F but not for a long period.
Forcing Freesia for Cut
Availability:
Freesia are shipped from early September until March.
Storage after arrival:
The corms can be stored at 48-55°F for up to three weeks. Thereafter the spike may dry up too much if not planted.
Planting:
Plant either in flats or beds. A well drained soil mix is essential. This soil mix should be sterile at planting time with a pH level of 6.5-7.2. Plant 2" deep and use about 10 corms per square foot. Beds or trays will need to have wire mesh support facilities. Freesia should be planted in light intensity greenhouses.
Watering:
Keep medium moist, but not wet.
Temperatures:
Use a cool greenhouse (50-58°F). Avoid temperatures over 70°F especially during short days of winter. Cool growing temperatures will determine when freesia will bloom. Generally it takes approximately 120 days from planting to harvest first flowers. Once the flowering begins, flowering usually lasts 4 weeks.
Fertilizer:
After plants begin to grow use a liquid fertilizer every other week.
More Details
Forcing Freesia for Pot
Potted freesia are basically experimental, but forcers are encouraged to determine how they will force and market under their conditions. The objective is to produce a marketable plant in 70-90 days from planting with an average total plant height of 10-20". These goals are not always achieved with the cultivars and treatments evaluated. Select principally pot varieties for pot forcing.
Storage after arrival:
On arrival, dip in Paclobutrazol (Bonzi) or Ancymidol (A'Rest) and plant.
Planting:
Plant corms 1" deep. Use 4-8 corms per 4" pot; 6-12 per 6" pot; 10-20 corms per 8" pot. Use well drained pH 6.5-7.2, fluoride-free sterilized planting medium.
Watering:
Keep planting medium moist, but not wet.
Fertilizer:
After plants begin to grow, use 200ppn of 20-20-20 every other week.
Light Requirements:
Freesia require a medium to high light (>2500 ft. candle) intensity greenhouse.
Temperature:
Use a 50-55°F night temperature greenhouse. Avoid temperatures above 63°F especially during short days of winter. Forcing times range from55 to 100 days depending on the cultivars. Market plants when first floret begins to open. If plants need to be stored, place at 32-35°F but not for a long period.
Forcing Freesia for Cut
Availability:
Freesia are shipped from early September until March.
Storage after arrival:
The corms can be stored at 48-55°F for up to three weeks. Thereafter the spike may dry up too much if not planted.
Planting:
Plant either in flats or beds. A well drained soil mix is essential. This soil mix should be sterile at planting time with a pH level of 6.5-7.2. Plant 2" deep and use about 10 corms per square foot. Beds or trays will need to have wire mesh support facilities. Freesia should be planted in light intensity greenhouses.
Watering:
Keep medium moist, but not wet.
Temperatures:
Use a cool greenhouse (50-58°F). Avoid temperatures over 70°F especially during short days of winter. Cool growing temperatures will determine when freesia will bloom. Generally it takes approximately 120 days from planting to harvest first flowers. Once the flowering begins, flowering usually lasts 4 weeks.
Fertilizer:
After plants begin to grow use a liquid fertilizer every other week.
More Details
Forcing Freesia for Pot
Potted freesia are basically experimental, but forcers are encouraged to determine how they will force and market under their conditions. The objective is to produce a marketable plant in 70-90 days from planting with an average total plant height of 10-20". These goals are not always achieved with the cultivars and treatments evaluated. Select principally pot varieties for pot forcing.
Storage after arrival:
On arrival, dip in Paclobutrazol (Bonzi) or Ancymidol (A'Rest) and plant.
Planting:
Plant corms 1" deep. Use 4-8 corms per 4" pot; 6-12 per 6" pot; 10-20 corms per 8" pot. Use well drained pH 6.5-7.2, fluoride-free sterilized planting medium.
Watering:
Keep planting medium moist, but not wet.
Fertilizer:
After plants begin to grow, use 200ppn of 20-20-20 every other week.
Light Requirements:
Freesia require a medium to high light (>2500 ft. candle) intensity greenhouse.
Temperature:
Use a 50-55°F night temperature greenhouse. Avoid temperatures above 63°F especially during short days of winter. Forcing times range from55 to 100 days depending on the cultivars. Market plants when first floret begins to open. If plants need to be stored, place at 32-35°F but not for a long period.
Forcing Freesia for Cut
Availability:
Freesia are shipped from early September until March.
Storage after arrival:
The corms can be stored at 48-55°F for up to three weeks. Thereafter the spike may dry up too much if not planted.
Planting:
Plant either in flats or beds. A well drained soil mix is essential. This soil mix should be sterile at planting time with a pH level of 6.5-7.2. Plant 2" deep and use about 10 corms per square foot. Beds or trays will need to have wire mesh support facilities. Freesia should be planted in light intensity greenhouses.
Watering:
Keep medium moist, but not wet.
Temperatures:
Use a cool greenhouse (50-58°F). Avoid temperatures over 70°F especially during short days of winter. Cool growing temperatures will determine when freesia will bloom. Generally it takes approximately 120 days from planting to harvest first flowers. Once the flowering begins, flowering usually lasts 4 weeks.
Fertilizer:
After plants begin to grow use a liquid fertilizer every other week.
More Details
Forcing Freesia for Pot
Potted freesia are basically experimental, but forcers are encouraged to determine how they will force and market under their conditions. The objective is to produce a marketable plant in 70-90 days from planting with an average total plant height of 10-20". These goals are not always achieved with the cultivars and treatments evaluated. Select principally pot varieties for pot forcing.
Storage after arrival:
On arrival, dip in Paclobutrazol (Bonzi) or Ancymidol (A'Rest) and plant.
Planting:
Plant corms 1" deep. Use 4-8 corms per 4" pot; 6-12 per 6" pot; 10-20 corms per 8" pot. Use well drained pH 6.5-7.2, fluoride-free sterilized planting medium.
Watering:
Keep planting medium moist, but not wet.
Fertilizer:
After plants begin to grow, use 200ppn of 20-20-20 every other week.
Light Requirements:
Freesia require a medium to high light (>2500 ft. candle) intensity greenhouse.
Temperature:
Use a 50-55°F night temperature greenhouse. Avoid temperatures above 63°F especially during short days of winter. Forcing times range from55 to 100 days depending on the cultivars. Market plants when first floret begins to open. If plants need to be stored, place at 32-35°F but not for a long period.
Forcing Freesia for Cut
Availability:
Freesia are shipped from early September until March.
Storage after arrival:
The corms can be stored at 48-55°F for up to three weeks. Thereafter the spike may dry up too much if not planted.
Planting:
Plant either in flats or beds. A well drained soil mix is essential. This soil mix should be sterile at planting time with a pH level of 6.5-7.2. Plant 2" deep and use about 10 corms per square foot. Beds or trays will need to have wire mesh support facilities. Freesia should be planted in light intensity greenhouses.
Watering:
Keep medium moist, but not wet.
Temperatures:
Use a cool greenhouse (50-58°F). Avoid temperatures over 70°F especially during short days of winter. Cool growing temperatures will determine when freesia will bloom. Generally it takes approximately 120 days from planting to harvest first flowers. Once the flowering begins, flowering usually lasts 4 weeks.
Fertilizer:
After plants begin to grow use a liquid fertilizer every other week.
More Details
Forcing Freesia for Pot
Potted freesia are basically experimental, but forcers are encouraged to determine how they will force and market under their conditions. The objective is to produce a marketable plant in 70-90 days from planting with an average total plant height of 10-20". These goals are not always achieved with the cultivars and treatments evaluated. Select principally pot varieties for pot forcing.
Storage after arrival:
On arrival, dip in Paclobutrazol (Bonzi) or Ancymidol (A'Rest) and plant.
Planting:
Plant corms 1" deep. Use 4-8 corms per 4" pot; 6-12 per 6" pot; 10-20 corms per 8" pot. Use well drained pH 6.5-7.2, fluoride-free sterilized planting medium.
Watering:
Keep planting medium moist, but not wet.
Fertilizer:
After plants begin to grow, use 200ppn of 20-20-20 every other week.
Light Requirements:
Freesia require a medium to high light (>2500 ft. candle) intensity greenhouse.
Temperature:
Use a 50-55°F night temperature greenhouse. Avoid temperatures above 63°F especially during short days of winter. Forcing times range from55 to 100 days depending on the cultivars. Market plants when first floret begins to open. If plants need to be stored, place at 32-35°F but not for a long period.
Forcing Freesia for Cut
Availability:
Freesia are shipped from early September until March.
Storage after arrival:
The corms can be stored at 48-55°F for up to three weeks. Thereafter the spike may dry up too much if not planted.
Planting:
Plant either in flats or beds. A well drained soil mix is essential. This soil mix should be sterile at planting time with a pH level of 6.5-7.2. Plant 2" deep and use about 10 corms per square foot. Beds or trays will need to have wire mesh support facilities. Freesia should be planted in light intensity greenhouses.
Watering:
Keep medium moist, but not wet.
Temperatures:
Use a cool greenhouse (50-58°F). Avoid temperatures over 70°F especially during short days of winter. Cool growing temperatures will determine when freesia will bloom. Generally it takes approximately 120 days from planting to harvest first flowers. Once the flowering begins, flowering usually lasts 4 weeks.
Fertilizer:
After plants begin to grow use a liquid fertilizer every other week.
More Details
Forcing Freesia for Pot
Potted freesia are basically experimental, but forcers are encouraged to determine how they will force and market under their conditions. The objective is to produce a marketable plant in 70-90 days from planting with an average total plant height of 10-20". These goals are not always achieved with the cultivars and treatments evaluated. Select principally pot varieties for pot forcing.
Storage after arrival:
On arrival, dip in Paclobutrazol (Bonzi) or Ancymidol (A'Rest) and plant.
Planting:
Plant corms 1" deep. Use 4-8 corms per 4" pot; 6-12 per 6" pot; 10-20 corms per 8" pot. Use well drained pH 6.5-7.2, fluoride-free sterilized planting medium.
Watering:
Keep planting medium moist, but not wet.
Fertilizer:
After plants begin to grow, use 200ppn of 20-20-20 every other week.
Light Requirements:
Freesia require a medium to high light (>2500 ft. candle) intensity greenhouse.
Temperature:
Use a 50-55°F night temperature greenhouse. Avoid temperatures above 63°F especially during short days of winter. Forcing times range from55 to 100 days depending on the cultivars. Market plants when first floret begins to open. If plants need to be stored, place at 32-35°F but not for a long period.
Forcing Freesia for Cut
Availability:
Freesia are shipped from early September until March.
Storage after arrival:
The corms can be stored at 48-55°F for up to three weeks. Thereafter the spike may dry up too much if not planted.
Planting:
Plant either in flats or beds. A well drained soil mix is essential. This soil mix should be sterile at planting time with a pH level of 6.5-7.2. Plant 2" deep and use about 10 corms per square foot. Beds or trays will need to have wire mesh support facilities. Freesia should be planted in light intensity greenhouses.
Watering:
Keep medium moist, but not wet.
Temperatures:
Use a cool greenhouse (50-58°F). Avoid temperatures over 70°F especially during short days of winter. Cool growing temperatures will determine when freesia will bloom. Generally it takes approximately 120 days from planting to harvest first flowers. Once the flowering begins, flowering usually lasts 4 weeks.
Fertilizer:
After plants begin to grow use a liquid fertilizer every other week.
More Details
Forcing Freesia for Pot
Potted freesia are basically experimental, but forcers are encouraged to determine how they will force and market under their conditions. The objective is to produce a marketable plant in 70-90 days from planting with an average total plant height of 10-20". These goals are not always achieved with the cultivars and treatments evaluated. Select principally pot varieties for pot forcing.
Storage after arrival:
On arrival, dip in Paclobutrazol (Bonzi) or Ancymidol (A'Rest) and plant.
Planting:
Plant corms 1" deep. Use 4-8 corms per 4" pot; 6-12 per 6" pot; 10-20 corms per 8" pot. Use well drained pH 6.5-7.2, fluoride-free sterilized planting medium.
Watering:
Keep planting medium moist, but not wet.
Fertilizer:
After plants begin to grow, use 200ppn of 20-20-20 every other week.
Light Requirements:
Freesia require a medium to high light (>2500 ft. candle) intensity greenhouse.
Temperature:
Use a 50-55°F night temperature greenhouse. Avoid temperatures above 63°F especially during short days of winter. Forcing times range from55 to 100 days depending on the cultivars. Market plants when first floret begins to open. If plants need to be stored, place at 32-35°F but not for a long period.
Forcing Freesia for Cut
Availability:
Freesia are shipped from early September until March.
Storage after arrival:
The corms can be stored at 48-55°F for up to three weeks. Thereafter the spike may dry up too much if not planted.
Planting:
Plant either in flats or beds. A well drained soil mix is essential. This soil mix should be sterile at planting time with a pH level of 6.5-7.2. Plant 2" deep and use about 10 corms per square foot. Beds or trays will need to have wire mesh support facilities. Freesia should be planted in light intensity greenhouses.
Watering:
Keep medium moist, but not wet.
Temperatures:
Use a cool greenhouse (50-58°F). Avoid temperatures over 70°F especially during short days of winter. Cool growing temperatures will determine when freesia will bloom. Generally it takes approximately 120 days from planting to harvest first flowers. Once the flowering begins, flowering usually lasts 4 weeks.
Fertilizer:
After plants begin to grow use a liquid fertilizer every other week.
More Details
Forcing Freesia for Pot
Potted freesia are basically experimental, but forcers are encouraged to determine how they will force and market under their conditions. The objective is to produce a marketable plant in 70-90 days from planting with an average total plant height of 10-20". These goals are not always achieved with the cultivars and treatments evaluated. Select principally pot varieties for pot forcing.
Storage after arrival:
On arrival, dip in Paclobutrazol (Bonzi) or Ancymidol (A'Rest) and plant.
Planting:
Plant corms 1" deep. Use 4-8 corms per 4" pot; 6-12 per 6" pot; 10-20 corms per 8" pot. Use well drained pH 6.5-7.2, fluoride-free sterilized planting medium.
Watering:
Keep planting medium moist, but not wet.
Fertilizer:
After plants begin to grow, use 200ppn of 20-20-20 every other week.
Light Requirements:
Freesia require a medium to high light (>2500 ft. candle) intensity greenhouse.
Temperature:
Use a 50-55°F night temperature greenhouse. Avoid temperatures above 63°F especially during short days of winter. Forcing times range from55 to 100 days depending on the cultivars. Market plants when first floret begins to open. If plants need to be stored, place at 32-35°F but not for a long period.
Forcing Freesia for Cut
Availability:
Freesia are shipped from early September until March.
Storage after arrival:
The corms can be stored at 48-55°F for up to three weeks. Thereafter the spike may dry up too much if not planted.
Planting:
Plant either in flats or beds. A well drained soil mix is essential. This soil mix should be sterile at planting time with a pH level of 6.5-7.2. Plant 2" deep and use about 10 corms per square foot. Beds or trays will need to have wire mesh support facilities. Freesia should be planted in light intensity greenhouses.
Watering:
Keep medium moist, but not wet.
Temperatures:
Use a cool greenhouse (50-58°F). Avoid temperatures over 70°F especially during short days of winter. Cool growing temperatures will determine when freesia will bloom. Generally it takes approximately 120 days from planting to harvest first flowers. Once the flowering begins, flowering usually lasts 4 weeks.
Fertilizer:
After plants begin to grow use a liquid fertilizer every other week.
More Details
Forcing Freesia for Pot
Potted freesia are basically experimental, but forcers are encouraged to determine how they will force and market under their conditions. The objective is to produce a marketable plant in 70-90 days from planting with an average total plant height of 10-20". These goals are not always achieved with the cultivars and treatments evaluated. Select principally pot varieties for pot forcing.
Storage after arrival:
On arrival, dip in Paclobutrazol (Bonzi) or Ancymidol (A'Rest) and plant.
Planting:
Plant corms 1" deep. Use 4-8 corms per 4" pot; 6-12 per 6" pot; 10-20 corms per 8" pot. Use well drained pH 6.5-7.2, fluoride-free sterilized planting medium.
Watering:
Keep planting medium moist, but not wet.
Fertilizer:
After plants begin to grow, use 200ppn of 20-20-20 every other week.
Light Requirements:
Freesia require a medium to high light (>2500 ft. candle) intensity greenhouse.
Temperature:
Use a 50-55°F night temperature greenhouse. Avoid temperatures above 63°F especially during short days of winter. Forcing times range from55 to 100 days depending on the cultivars. Market plants when first floret begins to open. If plants need to be stored, place at 32-35°F but not for a long period.
Forcing Freesia for Cut
Availability:
Freesia are shipped from early September until March.
Storage after arrival:
The corms can be stored at 48-55°F for up to three weeks. Thereafter the spike may dry up too much if not planted.
Planting:
Plant either in flats or beds. A well drained soil mix is essential. This soil mix should be sterile at planting time with a pH level of 6.5-7.2. Plant 2" deep and use about 10 corms per square foot. Beds or trays will need to have wire mesh support facilities. Freesia should be planted in light intensity greenhouses.
Watering:
Keep medium moist, but not wet.
Temperatures:
Use a cool greenhouse (50-58°F). Avoid temperatures over 70°F especially during short days of winter. Cool growing temperatures will determine when freesia will bloom. Generally it takes approximately 120 days from planting to harvest first flowers. Once the flowering begins, flowering usually lasts 4 weeks.
Fertilizer:
After plants begin to grow use a liquid fertilizer every other week.
More Details
Forcing Freesia for Pot
Potted freesia are basically experimental, but forcers are encouraged to determine how they will force and market under their conditions. The objective is to produce a marketable plant in 70-90 days from planting with an average total plant height of 10-20". These goals are not always achieved with the cultivars and treatments evaluated. Select principally pot varieties for pot forcing.
Storage after arrival:
On arrival, dip in Paclobutrazol (Bonzi) or Ancymidol (A'Rest) and plant.
Planting:
Plant corms 1" deep. Use 4-8 corms per 4" pot; 6-12 per 6" pot; 10-20 corms per 8" pot. Use well drained pH 6.5-7.2, fluoride-free sterilized planting medium.
Watering:
Keep planting medium moist, but not wet.
Fertilizer:
After plants begin to grow, use 200ppn of 20-20-20 every other week.
Light Requirements:
Freesia require a medium to high light (>2500 ft. candle) intensity greenhouse.
Temperature:
Use a 50-55°F night temperature greenhouse. Avoid temperatures above 63°F especially during short days of winter. Forcing times range from55 to 100 days depending on the cultivars. Market plants when first floret begins to open. If plants need to be stored, place at 32-35°F but not for a long period.
Forcing Freesia for Cut
Availability:
Freesia are shipped from early September until March.
Storage after arrival:
The corms can be stored at 48-55°F for up to three weeks. Thereafter the spike may dry up too much if not planted.
Planting:
Plant either in flats or beds. A well drained soil mix is essential. This soil mix should be sterile at planting time with a pH level of 6.5-7.2. Plant 2" deep and use about 10 corms per square foot. Beds or trays will need to have wire mesh support facilities. Freesia should be planted in light intensity greenhouses.
Watering:
Keep medium moist, but not wet.
Temperatures:
Use a cool greenhouse (50-58°F). Avoid temperatures over 70°F especially during short days of winter. Cool growing temperatures will determine when freesia will bloom. Generally it takes approximately 120 days from planting to harvest first flowers. Once the flowering begins, flowering usually lasts 4 weeks.
Fertilizer:
After plants begin to grow use a liquid fertilizer every other week.
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Forcing Freesia for Pot
Potted freesia are basically experimental, but forcers are encouraged to determine how they will force and market under their conditions. The objective is to produce a marketable plant in 70-90 days from planting with an average total plant height of 10-20". These goals are not always achieved with the cultivars and treatments evaluated. Select principally pot varieties for pot forcing.
Storage after arrival:
On arrival, dip in Paclobutrazol (Bonzi) or Ancymidol (A'Rest) and plant.
Planting:
Plant corms 1" deep. Use 4-8 corms per 4" pot; 6-12 per 6" pot; 10-20 corms per 8" pot. Use well drained pH 6.5-7.2, fluoride-free sterilized planting medium.
Watering:
Keep planting medium moist, but not wet.
Fertilizer:
After plants begin to grow, use 200ppn of 20-20-20 every other week.
Light Requirements:
Freesia require a medium to high light (>2500 ft. candle) intensity greenhouse.
Temperature:
Use a 50-55°F night temperature greenhouse. Avoid temperatures above 63°F especially during short days of winter. Forcing times range from55 to 100 days depending on the cultivars. Market plants when first floret begins to open. If plants need to be stored, place at 32-35°F but not for a long period.
Forcing Freesia for Cut
Availability:
Freesia are shipped from early September until March.
Storage after arrival:
The corms can be stored at 48-55°F for up to three weeks. Thereafter the spike may dry up too much if not planted.
Planting:
Plant either in flats or beds. A well drained soil mix is essential. This soil mix should be sterile at planting time with a pH level of 6.5-7.2. Plant 2" deep and use about 10 corms per square foot. Beds or trays will need to have wire mesh support facilities. Freesia should be planted in light intensity greenhouses.
Watering:
Keep medium moist, but not wet.
Temperatures:
Use a cool greenhouse (50-58°F). Avoid temperatures over 70°F especially during short days of winter. Cool growing temperatures will determine when freesia will bloom. Generally it takes approximately 120 days from planting to harvest first flowers. Once the flowering begins, flowering usually lasts 4 weeks.
Fertilizer:
After plants begin to grow use a liquid fertilizer every other week.
More Details
Forcing Freesia for Pot
Potted freesia are basically experimental, but forcers are encouraged to determine how they will force and market under their conditions. The objective is to produce a marketable plant in 70-90 days from planting with an average total plant height of 10-20". These goals are not always achieved with the cultivars and treatments evaluated. Select principally pot varieties for pot forcing.
Storage after arrival:
On arrival, dip in Paclobutrazol (Bonzi) or Ancymidol (A'Rest) and plant.
Planting:
Plant corms 1" deep. Use 4-8 corms per 4" pot; 6-12 per 6" pot; 10-20 corms per 8" pot. Use well drained pH 6.5-7.2, fluoride-free sterilized planting medium.
Watering:
Keep planting medium moist, but not wet.
Fertilizer:
After plants begin to grow, use 200ppn of 20-20-20 every other week.
Light Requirements:
Freesia require a medium to high light (>2500 ft. candle) intensity greenhouse.
Temperature:
Use a 50-55°F night temperature greenhouse. Avoid temperatures above 63°F especially during short days of winter. Forcing times range from55 to 100 days depending on the cultivars. Market plants when first floret begins to open. If plants need to be stored, place at 32-35°F but not for a long period.
Forcing Freesia for Cut
Availability:
Freesia are shipped from early September until March.
Storage after arrival:
The corms can be stored at 48-55°F for up to three weeks. Thereafter the spike may dry up too much if not planted.
Planting:
Plant either in flats or beds. A well drained soil mix is essential. This soil mix should be sterile at planting time with a pH level of 6.5-7.2. Plant 2" deep and use about 10 corms per square foot. Beds or trays will need to have wire mesh support facilities. Freesia should be planted in light intensity greenhouses.
Watering:
Keep medium moist, but not wet.
Temperatures:
Use a cool greenhouse (50-58°F). Avoid temperatures over 70°F especially during short days of winter. Cool growing temperatures will determine when freesia will bloom. Generally it takes approximately 120 days from planting to harvest first flowers. Once the flowering begins, flowering usually lasts 4 weeks.
Fertilizer:
After plants begin to grow use a liquid fertilizer every other week.
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Plant prep: These flowers prefer well-draining soil with a pH level ranging from 6 to 7.
Providing shelter from strong winds is essential as they have the potential to cause damage.
Light: Fritillaria flowers thrive when exposed to full or partial sunlight. At least 6 hours of direct sunlight is recommended.
Water: While Fritillaria flowers require regular watering, it is important to avoid waterlogged soil. Aim for a moist environment that is not excessively saturated.
Fertilization: During the growing season, it is recommended to use a balanced fertilizer to encourage healthy growth. Follow the instructions on the package and apply the fertilizer every few weeks. Avoid fertilizing during the dormant period, and eliminate any weeds surrounding the plant.
Temperature: Can withstand various temperature conditions and are hardy in USDA zones 4-8.
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Plant prep: These flowers prefer well-draining soil with a pH level ranging from 6 to 7.
Providing shelter from strong winds is essential as they have the potential to cause damage.
Light: Fritillaria flowers thrive when exposed to full or partial sunlight. At least 6 hours of direct sunlight is recommended.
Water: While Fritillaria flowers require regular watering, it is important to avoid waterlogged soil. Aim for a moist environment that is not excessively saturated.
Fertilization: During the growing season, it is recommended to use a balanced fertilizer to encourage healthy growth. Follow the instructions on the package and apply the fertilizer every few weeks. Avoid fertilizing during the dormant period, and eliminate any weeds surrounding the plant.
Temperature: Can withstand various temperature conditions and are hardy in USDA zones 4-8.
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Plant prep: These flowers prefer well-draining soil with a pH level ranging from 6 to 7.
Providing shelter from strong winds is essential as they have the potential to cause damage.
Light: Fritillaria flowers thrive when exposed to full or partial sunlight. At least 6 hours of direct sunlight is recommended.
Water: While Fritillaria flowers require regular watering, it is important to avoid waterlogged soil. Aim for a moist environment that is not excessively saturated.
Fertilization: During the growing season, it is recommended to use a balanced fertilizer to encourage healthy growth. Follow the instructions on the package and apply the fertilizer every few weeks. Avoid fertilizing during the dormant period, and eliminate any weeds surrounding the plant.
Temperature: Can withstand various temperature conditions and are hardy in USDA zones 4-8.
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Plant prep: These flowers prefer well-draining soil with a pH level ranging from 6 to 7.
Providing shelter from strong winds is essential as they have the potential to cause damage.
Light: Fritillaria flowers thrive when exposed to full or partial sunlight. At least 6 hours of direct sunlight is recommended.
Water: While Fritillaria flowers require regular watering, it is important to avoid waterlogged soil. Aim for a moist environment that is not excessively saturated.
Fertilization: During the growing season, it is recommended to use a balanced fertilizer to encourage healthy growth. Follow the instructions on the package and apply the fertilizer every few weeks. Avoid fertilizing during the dormant period, and eliminate any weeds surrounding the plant.
Temperature: Can withstand various temperature conditions and are hardy in USDA zones 4-8.
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Plant prep: These flowers prefer well-draining soil with a pH level ranging from 6 to 7.
Providing shelter from strong winds is essential as they have the potential to cause damage.
Light: Fritillaria flowers thrive when exposed to full or partial sunlight. At least 6 hours of direct sunlight is recommended.
Water: While Fritillaria flowers require regular watering, it is important to avoid waterlogged soil. Aim for a moist environment that is not excessively saturated.
Fertilization: During the growing season, it is recommended to use a balanced fertilizer to encourage healthy growth. Follow the instructions on the package and apply the fertilizer every few weeks. Avoid fertilizing during the dormant period, and eliminate any weeds surrounding the plant.
Temperature: Can withstand various temperature conditions and are hardy in USDA zones 4-8.
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Plant prep: These flowers prefer well-draining soil with a pH level ranging from 6 to 7.
Providing shelter from strong winds is essential as they have the potential to cause damage.
Light: Fritillaria flowers thrive when exposed to full or partial sunlight. At least 6 hours of direct sunlight is recommended.
Water: While Fritillaria flowers require regular watering, it is important to avoid waterlogged soil. Aim for a moist environment that is not excessively saturated.
Fertilization: During the growing season, it is recommended to use a balanced fertilizer to encourage healthy growth. Follow the instructions on the package and apply the fertilizer every few weeks. Avoid fertilizing during the dormant period, and eliminate any weeds surrounding the plant.
Temperature: Can withstand various temperature conditions and are hardy in USDA zones 4-8.
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Plant prep: Plant 0 to 2 inches apart and 5 inches deep in the fall.
Light: Full direct sunlight and part shade is recommended.
Water: Easily grown in average, medium moisture, well-drained soils.
Temperature: Galanthus prefers cool climates.
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Storage Upon Arrival: Store in well-ventilated containers kept at around 30°F (-1°C). Choose an area that stays at a 65–70 percent humidity level as well. Properly stored garlic will stay good for around 9 months. Refrigerating the garlic can kickstart the vernalization process. Avoid using airtight containers to prevent mold from growing.
Plant prep:
Choose a site with full sun and moist, well-drained, loose, and sandy conditions. Loose soil lets the bulbs grow easily without rotting from heavier and wetter soil or damaging the papery skin that protects the garlic bulb from rot.
Dig holes in the ground that are around 2 to 3 inches deep to plant your garlic cloves. Space holes 4 to 6 inches apart. If planting in rows, space each row 2 inches apart.
Plant the cloves 2 inches deep, placing each clove in its hole with the pointy tip facing up and the root end facing down. Fill the planting hole with soil and pat it down gently. Top with 3 inches of mulch and water lightly. You should see garlic scapes emerge in about six to eight weeks.
Light & water:
Keep in direct sunlight 6-8 hours of the day. Keep the soil evenly moist throughout the first part of the growing season, and allow the soil to go dry for two or three weeks before harvesting
Storage Upon Arrival: Store in well-ventilated containers kept at around 30°F (-1°C). Choose an area that stays at a 65–70 percent humidity level as well. Properly stored garlic will stay good for around 9 months. Refrigerating the garlic can kickstart the vernalization process. Avoid using airtight containers to prevent mold from growing.
Plant prep:
Choose a site with full sun and moist, well-drained, loose, and sandy conditions. Loose soil lets the bulbs grow easily without rotting from heavier and wetter soil or damaging the papery skin that protects the garlic bulb from rot.
Dig holes in the ground that are around 2 to 3 inches deep to plant your garlic cloves. Space holes 4 to 6 inches apart. If planting in rows, space each row 2 inches apart.
Plant the cloves 2 inches deep, placing each clove in its hole with the pointy tip facing up and the root end facing down. Fill the planting hole with soil and pat it down gently. Top with 3 inches of mulch and water lightly. You should see garlic scapes emerge in about six to eight weeks.
Light & water:
Keep in direct sunlight 6-8 hours of the day. Keep the soil evenly moist throughout the first part of the growing season, and allow the soil to go dry for two or three weeks before harvesting
Storage Upon Arrival: Store in well-ventilated containers kept at around 30°F (-1°C). Choose an area that stays at a 65–70 percent humidity level as well. Properly stored garlic will stay good for around 9 months. Refrigerating the garlic can kickstart the vernalization process. Avoid using airtight containers to prevent mold from growing.
Plant prep:
Choose a site with full sun and moist, well-drained, loose, and sandy conditions. Loose soil lets the bulbs grow easily without rotting from heavier and wetter soil or damaging the papery skin that protects the garlic bulb from rot.
Dig holes in the ground that are around 2 to 3 inches deep to plant your garlic cloves. Space holes 4 to 6 inches apart. If planting in rows, space each row 2 inches apart.
Plant the cloves 2 inches deep, placing each clove in its hole with the pointy tip facing up and the root end facing down. Fill the planting hole with soil and pat it down gently. Top with 3 inches of mulch and water lightly. You should see garlic scapes emerge in about six to eight weeks.
Light & water:
Keep in direct sunlight 6-8 hours of the day. Keep the soil evenly moist throughout the first part of the growing season, and allow the soil to go dry for two or three weeks before harvesting
Storage Upon Arrival: Store in well-ventilated containers kept at around 30°F (-1°C). Choose an area that stays at a 65–70 percent humidity level as well. Properly stored garlic will stay good for around 9 months. Refrigerating the garlic can kickstart the vernalization process. Avoid using airtight containers to prevent mold from growing.
Plant prep:
Choose a site with full sun and moist, well-drained, loose, and sandy conditions. Loose soil lets the bulbs grow easily without rotting from heavier and wetter soil or damaging the papery skin that protects the garlic bulb from rot.
Dig holes in the ground that are around 2 to 3 inches deep to plant your garlic cloves. Space holes 4 to 6 inches apart. If planting in rows, space each row 2 inches apart.
Plant the cloves 2 inches deep, placing each clove in its hole with the pointy tip facing up and the root end facing down. Fill the planting hole with soil and pat it down gently. Top with 3 inches of mulch and water lightly. You should see garlic scapes emerge in about six to eight weeks.
Light & water:
Keep in direct sunlight 6-8 hours of the day. Keep the soil evenly moist throughout the first part of the growing season, and allow the soil to go dry for two or three weeks before harvesting
Storage Upon Arrival: Store in well-ventilated containers kept at around 30°F (-1°C). Choose an area that stays at a 65–70 percent humidity level as well. Properly stored garlic will stay good for around 9 months. Refrigerating the garlic can kickstart the vernalization process. Avoid using airtight containers to prevent mold from growing.
Plant prep:
Choose a site with full sun and moist, well-drained, loose, and sandy conditions. Loose soil lets the bulbs grow easily without rotting from heavier and wetter soil or damaging the papery skin that protects the garlic bulb from rot.
Dig holes in the ground that are around 2 to 3 inches deep to plant your garlic cloves. Space holes 4 to 6 inches apart. If planting in rows, space each row 2 inches apart.
Plant the cloves 2 inches deep, placing each clove in its hole with the pointy tip facing up and the root end facing down. Fill the planting hole with soil and pat it down gently. Top with 3 inches of mulch and water lightly. You should see garlic scapes emerge in about six to eight weeks.
Light & water:
Keep in direct sunlight 6-8 hours of the day. Keep the soil evenly moist throughout the first part of the growing season, and allow the soil to go dry for two or three weeks before harvesting
Storage Upon Arrival: Store in well-ventilated containers kept at around 30°F (-1°C). Choose an area that stays at a 65–70 percent humidity level as well. Properly stored garlic will stay good for around 9 months. Refrigerating the garlic can kickstart the vernalization process. Avoid using airtight containers to prevent mold from growing.
Plant prep:
Choose a site with full sun and moist, well-drained, loose, and sandy conditions. Loose soil lets the bulbs grow easily without rotting from heavier and wetter soil or damaging the papery skin that protects the garlic bulb from rot.
Dig holes in the ground that are around 2 to 3 inches deep to plant your garlic cloves. Space holes 4 to 6 inches apart. If planting in rows, space each row 2 inches apart.
Plant the cloves 2 inches deep, placing each clove in its hole with the pointy tip facing up and the root end facing down. Fill the planting hole with soil and pat it down gently. Top with 3 inches of mulch and water lightly. You should see garlic scapes emerge in about six to eight weeks.
Light & water:
Keep in direct sunlight 6-8 hours of the day. Keep the soil evenly moist throughout the first part of the growing season, and allow the soil to go dry for two or three weeks before harvesting
Storage Upon Arrival: Store in well-ventilated containers kept at around 30°F (-1°C). Choose an area that stays at a 65–70 percent humidity level as well. Properly stored garlic will stay good for around 9 months. Refrigerating the garlic can kickstart the vernalization process. Avoid using airtight containers to prevent mold from growing.
Plant prep:
Choose a site with full sun and moist, well-drained, loose, and sandy conditions. Loose soil lets the bulbs grow easily without rotting from heavier and wetter soil or damaging the papery skin that protects the garlic bulb from rot.
Dig holes in the ground that are around 2 to 3 inches deep to plant your garlic cloves. Space holes 4 to 6 inches apart. If planting in rows, space each row 2 inches apart.
Plant the cloves 2 inches deep, placing each clove in its hole with the pointy tip facing up and the root end facing down. Fill the planting hole with soil and pat it down gently. Top with 3 inches of mulch and water lightly. You should see garlic scapes emerge in about six to eight weeks.
Light & water:
Keep in direct sunlight 6-8 hours of the day. Keep the soil evenly moist throughout the first part of the growing season, and allow the soil to go dry for two or three weeks before harvesting
Storage Upon Arrival: Store in well-ventilated containers kept at around 30°F (-1°C). Choose an area that stays at a 65–70 percent humidity level as well. Properly stored garlic will stay good for around 9 months. Refrigerating the garlic can kickstart the vernalization process. Avoid using airtight containers to prevent mold from growing.
Plant prep:
Choose a site with full sun and moist, well-drained, loose, and sandy conditions. Loose soil lets the bulbs grow easily without rotting from heavier and wetter soil or damaging the papery skin that protects the garlic bulb from rot.
Dig holes in the ground that are around 2 to 3 inches deep to plant your garlic cloves. Space holes 4 to 6 inches apart. If planting in rows, space each row 2 inches apart.
Plant the cloves 2 inches deep, placing each clove in its hole with the pointy tip facing up and the root end facing down. Fill the planting hole with soil and pat it down gently. Top with 3 inches of mulch and water lightly. You should see garlic scapes emerge in about six to eight weeks.
Light & water:
Keep in direct sunlight 6-8 hours of the day. Keep the soil evenly moist throughout the first part of the growing season, and allow the soil to go dry for two or three weeks before harvesting
Storage Upon Arrival: Store in well-ventilated containers kept at around 30°F (-1°C). Choose an area that stays at a 65–70 percent humidity level as well. Properly stored garlic will stay good for around 9 months. Refrigerating the garlic can kickstart the vernalization process. Avoid using airtight containers to prevent mold from growing.
Plant prep:
Choose a site with full sun and moist, well-drained, loose, and sandy conditions. Loose soil lets the bulbs grow easily without rotting from heavier and wetter soil or damaging the papery skin that protects the garlic bulb from rot.
Dig holes in the ground that are around 2 to 3 inches deep to plant your garlic cloves. Space holes 4 to 6 inches apart. If planting in rows, space each row 2 inches apart.
Plant the cloves 2 inches deep, placing each clove in its hole with the pointy tip facing up and the root end facing down. Fill the planting hole with soil and pat it down gently. Top with 3 inches of mulch and water lightly. You should see garlic scapes emerge in about six to eight weeks.
Light & water:
Keep in direct sunlight 6-8 hours of the day. Keep the soil evenly moist throughout the first part of the growing season, and allow the soil to go dry for two or three weeks before harvesting
ADVANTAGES
• 3-5 days faster than soil culture
• much less cooler volume is required for chilling bulbs (because most of the cold period is given to densely packed, unplanted tulips in their shipping crates)
• harvesting is easier and cleaner — there is no wasted soil at the end, greatly reducing material handling problems.
THINGS TO CONSIDER
Hydro stems tend to be 1-2inches shorter and 6-8 percent lighter compared to soil grown
not all bulbs are suited to this system;
very high-quality and disease-free bulbs are required, especially for later plantings (careful attention must be placed on proper bulb storage, including temperature, humidity and ventilation);
a level bench or tray support system is critical to maintain a level nutrient
the need for exceptional cleanliness. The trays and components are sometimes difficult to wash and sanitize
Availability
Holland Amaryllis are available from October until April. Because of the large assortment that is presently on the market, it is difficult to give an exact forcing schedule. Generally the amaryllis flower more consistently after January 1. As a rule it takes 4 weeks to flower after shoot emerges.
For Christmas:
Plant November 10, recommended to use Southern Hemisphere bulbs
For Valentines:
Plant December 20, Use only size 30/32 of Ludwig Goliath, Fantastica, Dutch Belle, Apple Blossom, or Maria Goretti
For Easter:
All varieties and sizes are suitable, schedule ship date 6 weeks before Easter
Storage Upon Arrival
Use a low humidity, well-ventilated area. Short-term storage temperature should be 55-60⁰F. Long-term storage or if the sprouts begin to show, lower the temperature to 41⁰ F
Planting and Fertilization
Amaryllis must be planted in a well-drained, pH 6.0-6.5, sterilized planting medium. NEVER USE FRESH MANURE as part of the medium. Normally one bulb is planted per 5 1/2" or 6" (13-15 cm.) standard pot or 3 smaller bulbs in a 8" pot. Plant the bulb with the nose slightly above the rim of the pot - about 1/3 of the bulb will be out of the pot. The use of a plastic pot is preferred. Force bulbs pot to pot on the bench. After planting, water thoroughly. Subsequently, the medium should be kept only slightly moist. Do not to overwater the plant in order to stimulate regrowth of the basal root system. USE TEPID WATER!! Do not water the bulb nose. Initially, amaryllis do not need fertilization. After they are marketed consumers should be advised to fertilize the plants.
Light
Plants should be forced in a low to medium light (1000-5000 ft. candle) intensity greenhouse. It is possible to start bulbs in a dark, temperature-controlled area before the bulbs are placed under lighted conditions.
Temperature
Amaryllis are tropical plants and they can be forced over a wide range of temperatures, but 75-80°F (24-27°C) is preferred. Bottom heat should be used. Average forcing time to market stage of development is 6-8 weeks. It will vary with each cultivar and forcing period. It is also important to note that amaryllis lots are somewhat variable and no guarantee as to flowering time can be given.
Marketing, Harvesting and Storage
Amaryllis should be marketed when the floral stalk is 12" tall. It is desirable to have leaf growth of 6-12" and a second stalk beginning to grow. Do not cold store amaryllis plants or flowers. If they need to be held, place them at 50° F. Whenever possible, plants should be marketed with care tags. The consumer should be informed that amaryllis should be fertilized 1-2 times per month when it is growing. They can be placed outdoors in the pot when the danger of frost has passed. Amaryllis can also be used as cut flowers. They should be cut when the floral buds are colored, but not yet open. To prevent the splitting and outrolling of the cut stem, the flowers can be held in 0125 sucrose for 24 hours at 72°F before shipping.
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Availability
Holland Amaryllis are available from October until April. Because of the large assortment that is presently on the market, it is difficult to give an exact forcing schedule. Generally the amaryllis flower more consistently after January 1. As a rule it takes 4 weeks to flower after shoot emerges.
For Christmas:
Plant November 10, recommended to use Southern Hemisphere bulbs
For Valentines:
Plant December 20, Use only size 30/32 of Ludwig Goliath, Fantastica, Dutch Belle, Apple Blossom, or Maria Goretti
For Easter:
All varieties and sizes are suitable, schedule ship date 6 weeks before Easter
Storage Upon Arrival
Use a low humidity, well-ventilated area. Short-term storage temperature should be 55-60⁰F. Long-term storage or if the sprouts begin to show, lower the temperature to 41⁰ F
Planting and Fertilization
Amaryllis must be planted in a well-drained, pH 6.0-6.5, sterilized planting medium. NEVER USE FRESH MANURE as part of the medium. Normally one bulb is planted per 5 1/2" or 6" (13-15 cm.) standard pot or 3 smaller bulbs in a 8" pot. Plant the bulb with the nose slightly above the rim of the pot - about 1/3 of the bulb will be out of the pot. The use of a plastic pot is preferred. Force bulbs pot to pot on the bench. After planting, water thoroughly. Subsequently, the medium should be kept only slightly moist. Do not to overwater the plant in order to stimulate regrowth of the basal root system. USE TEPID WATER!! Do not water the bulb nose. Initially, amaryllis do not need fertilization. After they are marketed consumers should be advised to fertilize the plants.
Light
Plants should be forced in a low to medium light (1000-5000 ft. candle) intensity greenhouse. It is possible to start bulbs in a dark, temperature-controlled area before the bulbs are placed under lighted conditions.
Temperature
Amaryllis are tropical plants and they can be forced over a wide range of temperatures, but 75-80°F (24-27°C) is preferred. Bottom heat should be used. Average forcing time to market stage of development is 6-8 weeks. It will vary with each cultivar and forcing period. It is also important to note that amaryllis lots are somewhat variable and no guarantee as to flowering time can be given.
Marketing, Harvesting and Storage
Amaryllis should be marketed when the floral stalk is 12" tall. It is desirable to have leaf growth of 6-12" and a second stalk beginning to grow. Do not cold store amaryllis plants or flowers. If they need to be held, place them at 50° F. Whenever possible, plants should be marketed with care tags. The consumer should be informed that amaryllis should be fertilized 1-2 times per month when it is growing. They can be placed outdoors in the pot when the danger of frost has passed. Amaryllis can also be used as cut flowers. They should be cut when the floral buds are colored, but not yet open. To prevent the splitting and outrolling of the cut stem, the flowers can be held in 0125 sucrose for 24 hours at 72°F before shipping.
More Details
Availability
Holland Amaryllis are available from October until April. Because of the large assortment that is presently on the market, it is difficult to give an exact forcing schedule. Generally the amaryllis flower more consistently after January 1. As a rule it takes 4 weeks to flower after shoot emerges.
For Christmas:
Plant November 10, recommended to use Southern Hemisphere bulbs
For Valentines:
Plant December 20, Use only size 30/32 of Ludwig Goliath, Fantastica, Dutch Belle, Apple Blossom, or Maria Goretti
For Easter:
All varieties and sizes are suitable, schedule ship date 6 weeks before Easter
Storage Upon Arrival
Use a low humidity, well-ventilated area. Short-term storage temperature should be 55-60⁰F. Long-term storage or if the sprouts begin to show, lower the temperature to 41⁰ F
Planting and Fertilization
Amaryllis must be planted in a well-drained, pH 6.0-6.5, sterilized planting medium. NEVER USE FRESH MANURE as part of the medium. Normally one bulb is planted per 5 1/2" or 6" (13-15 cm.) standard pot or 3 smaller bulbs in a 8" pot. Plant the bulb with the nose slightly above the rim of the pot - about 1/3 of the bulb will be out of the pot. The use of a plastic pot is preferred. Force bulbs pot to pot on the bench. After planting, water thoroughly. Subsequently, the medium should be kept only slightly moist. Do not to overwater the plant in order to stimulate regrowth of the basal root system. USE TEPID WATER!! Do not water the bulb nose. Initially, amaryllis do not need fertilization. After they are marketed consumers should be advised to fertilize the plants.
Light
Plants should be forced in a low to medium light (1000-5000 ft. candle) intensity greenhouse. It is possible to start bulbs in a dark, temperature-controlled area before the bulbs are placed under lighted conditions.
Temperature
Amaryllis are tropical plants and they can be forced over a wide range of temperatures, but 75-80°F (24-27°C) is preferred. Bottom heat should be used. Average forcing time to market stage of development is 6-8 weeks. It will vary with each cultivar and forcing period. It is also important to note that amaryllis lots are somewhat variable and no guarantee as to flowering time can be given.
Marketing, Harvesting and Storage
Amaryllis should be marketed when the floral stalk is 12" tall. It is desirable to have leaf growth of 6-12" and a second stalk beginning to grow. Do not cold store amaryllis plants or flowers. If they need to be held, place them at 50° F. Whenever possible, plants should be marketed with care tags. The consumer should be informed that amaryllis should be fertilized 1-2 times per month when it is growing. They can be placed outdoors in the pot when the danger of frost has passed. Amaryllis can also be used as cut flowers. They should be cut when the floral buds are colored, but not yet open. To prevent the splitting and outrolling of the cut stem, the flowers can be held in 0125 sucrose for 24 hours at 72°F before shipping.
More Details
Availability
Holland Amaryllis are available from October until April. Because of the large assortment that is presently on the market, it is difficult to give an exact forcing schedule. Generally the amaryllis flower more consistently after January 1. As a rule it takes 4 weeks to flower after shoot emerges.
For Christmas:
Plant November 10, recommended to use Southern Hemisphere bulbs
For Valentines:
Plant December 20, Use only size 30/32 of Ludwig Goliath, Fantastica, Dutch Belle, Apple Blossom, or Maria Goretti
For Easter:
All varieties and sizes are suitable, schedule ship date 6 weeks before Easter
Storage Upon Arrival
Use a low humidity, well-ventilated area. Short-term storage temperature should be 55-60⁰F. Long-term storage or if the sprouts begin to show, lower the temperature to 41⁰ F
Planting and Fertilization
Amaryllis must be planted in a well-drained, pH 6.0-6.5, sterilized planting medium. NEVER USE FRESH MANURE as part of the medium. Normally one bulb is planted per 5 1/2" or 6" (13-15 cm.) standard pot or 3 smaller bulbs in a 8" pot. Plant the bulb with the nose slightly above the rim of the pot - about 1/3 of the bulb will be out of the pot. The use of a plastic pot is preferred. Force bulbs pot to pot on the bench. After planting, water thoroughly. Subsequently, the medium should be kept only slightly moist. Do not to overwater the plant in order to stimulate regrowth of the basal root system. USE TEPID WATER!! Do not water the bulb nose. Initially, amaryllis do not need fertilization. After they are marketed consumers should be advised to fertilize the plants.
Light
Plants should be forced in a low to medium light (1000-5000 ft. candle) intensity greenhouse. It is possible to start bulbs in a dark, temperature-controlled area before the bulbs are placed under lighted conditions.
Temperature
Amaryllis are tropical plants and they can be forced over a wide range of temperatures, but 75-80°F (24-27°C) is preferred. Bottom heat should be used. Average forcing time to market stage of development is 6-8 weeks. It will vary with each cultivar and forcing period. It is also important to note that amaryllis lots are somewhat variable and no guarantee as to flowering time can be given.
Marketing, Harvesting and Storage
Amaryllis should be marketed when the floral stalk is 12" tall. It is desirable to have leaf growth of 6-12" and a second stalk beginning to grow. Do not cold store amaryllis plants or flowers. If they need to be held, place them at 50° F. Whenever possible, plants should be marketed with care tags. The consumer should be informed that amaryllis should be fertilized 1-2 times per month when it is growing. They can be placed outdoors in the pot when the danger of frost has passed. Amaryllis can also be used as cut flowers. They should be cut when the floral buds are colored, but not yet open. To prevent the splitting and outrolling of the cut stem, the flowers can be held in 0125 sucrose for 24 hours at 72°F before shipping.
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Availability
Holland Amaryllis are available from October until April. Because of the large assortment that is presently on the market, it is difficult to give an exact forcing schedule. Generally the amaryllis flower more consistently after January 1. As a rule it takes 4 weeks to flower after shoot emerges.
For Christmas:
Plant November 10, recommended to use Southern Hemisphere bulbs
For Valentines:
Plant December 20, Use only size 30/32 of Ludwig Goliath, Fantastica, Dutch Belle, Apple Blossom, or Maria Goretti
For Easter:
All varieties and sizes are suitable, schedule ship date 6 weeks before Easter
Storage Upon Arrival
Use a low humidity, well-ventilated area. Short-term storage temperature should be 55-60⁰F. Long-term storage or if the sprouts begin to show, lower the temperature to 41⁰ F
Planting and Fertilization
Amaryllis must be planted in a well-drained, pH 6.0-6.5, sterilized planting medium. NEVER USE FRESH MANURE as part of the medium. Normally one bulb is planted per 5 1/2" or 6" (13-15 cm.) standard pot or 3 smaller bulbs in a 8" pot. Plant the bulb with the nose slightly above the rim of the pot - about 1/3 of the bulb will be out of the pot. The use of a plastic pot is preferred. Force bulbs pot to pot on the bench. After planting, water thoroughly. Subsequently, the medium should be kept only slightly moist. Do not to overwater the plant in order to stimulate regrowth of the basal root system. USE TEPID WATER!! Do not water the bulb nose. Initially, amaryllis do not need fertilization. After they are marketed consumers should be advised to fertilize the plants.
Light
Plants should be forced in a low to medium light (1000-5000 ft. candle) intensity greenhouse. It is possible to start bulbs in a dark, temperature-controlled area before the bulbs are placed under lighted conditions.
Temperature
Amaryllis are tropical plants and they can be forced over a wide range of temperatures, but 75-80°F (24-27°C) is preferred. Bottom heat should be used. Average forcing time to market stage of development is 6-8 weeks. It will vary with each cultivar and forcing period. It is also important to note that amaryllis lots are somewhat variable and no guarantee as to flowering time can be given.
Marketing, Harvesting and Storage
Amaryllis should be marketed when the floral stalk is 12" tall. It is desirable to have leaf growth of 6-12" and a second stalk beginning to grow. Do not cold store amaryllis plants or flowers. If they need to be held, place them at 50° F. Whenever possible, plants should be marketed with care tags. The consumer should be informed that amaryllis should be fertilized 1-2 times per month when it is growing. They can be placed outdoors in the pot when the danger of frost has passed. Amaryllis can also be used as cut flowers. They should be cut when the floral buds are colored, but not yet open. To prevent the splitting and outrolling of the cut stem, the flowers can be held in 0125 sucrose for 24 hours at 72°F before shipping.
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Availability
Holland Amaryllis are available from October until April. Because of the large assortment that is presently on the market, it is difficult to give an exact forcing schedule. Generally the amaryllis flower more consistently after January 1. As a rule it takes 4 weeks to flower after shoot emerges.
For Christmas:
Plant November 10, recommended to use Southern Hemisphere bulbs
For Valentines:
Plant December 20, Use only size 30/32 of Ludwig Goliath, Fantastica, Dutch Belle, Apple Blossom, or Maria Goretti
For Easter:
All varieties and sizes are suitable, schedule ship date 6 weeks before Easter
Storage Upon Arrival
Use a low humidity, well-ventilated area. Short-term storage temperature should be 55-60⁰F. Long-term storage or if the sprouts begin to show, lower the temperature to 41⁰ F
Planting and Fertilization
Amaryllis must be planted in a well-drained, pH 6.0-6.5, sterilized planting medium. NEVER USE FRESH MANURE as part of the medium. Normally one bulb is planted per 5 1/2" or 6" (13-15 cm.) standard pot or 3 smaller bulbs in a 8" pot. Plant the bulb with the nose slightly above the rim of the pot - about 1/3 of the bulb will be out of the pot. The use of a plastic pot is preferred. Force bulbs pot to pot on the bench. After planting, water thoroughly. Subsequently, the medium should be kept only slightly moist. Do not to overwater the plant in order to stimulate regrowth of the basal root system. USE TEPID WATER!! Do not water the bulb nose. Initially, amaryllis do not need fertilization. After they are marketed consumers should be advised to fertilize the plants.
Light
Plants should be forced in a low to medium light (1000-5000 ft. candle) intensity greenhouse. It is possible to start bulbs in a dark, temperature-controlled area before the bulbs are placed under lighted conditions.
Temperature
Amaryllis are tropical plants and they can be forced over a wide range of temperatures, but 75-80°F (24-27°C) is preferred. Bottom heat should be used. Average forcing time to market stage of development is 6-8 weeks. It will vary with each cultivar and forcing period. It is also important to note that amaryllis lots are somewhat variable and no guarantee as to flowering time can be given.
Marketing, Harvesting and Storage
Amaryllis should be marketed when the floral stalk is 12" tall. It is desirable to have leaf growth of 6-12" and a second stalk beginning to grow. Do not cold store amaryllis plants or flowers. If they need to be held, place them at 50° F. Whenever possible, plants should be marketed with care tags. The consumer should be informed that amaryllis should be fertilized 1-2 times per month when it is growing. They can be placed outdoors in the pot when the danger of frost has passed. Amaryllis can also be used as cut flowers. They should be cut when the floral buds are colored, but not yet open. To prevent the splitting and outrolling of the cut stem, the flowers can be held in 0125 sucrose for 24 hours at 72°F before shipping.
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Availability
Holland Amaryllis are available from October until April. Because of the large assortment that is presently on the market, it is difficult to give an exact forcing schedule. Generally the amaryllis flower more consistently after January 1. As a rule it takes 4 weeks to flower after shoot emerges.
For Christmas:
Plant November 10, recommended to use Southern Hemisphere bulbs
For Valentines:
Plant December 20, Use only size 30/32 of Ludwig Goliath, Fantastica, Dutch Belle, Apple Blossom, or Maria Goretti
For Easter:
All varieties and sizes are suitable, schedule ship date 6 weeks before Easter
Storage Upon Arrival
Use a low humidity, well-ventilated area. Short-term storage temperature should be 55-60⁰F. Long-term storage or if the sprouts begin to show, lower the temperature to 41⁰ F
Planting and Fertilization
Amaryllis must be planted in a well-drained, pH 6.0-6.5, sterilized planting medium. NEVER USE FRESH MANURE as part of the medium. Normally one bulb is planted per 5 1/2" or 6" (13-15 cm.) standard pot or 3 smaller bulbs in a 8" pot. Plant the bulb with the nose slightly above the rim of the pot - about 1/3 of the bulb will be out of the pot. The use of a plastic pot is preferred. Force bulbs pot to pot on the bench. After planting, water thoroughly. Subsequently, the medium should be kept only slightly moist. Do not to overwater the plant in order to stimulate regrowth of the basal root system. USE TEPID WATER!! Do not water the bulb nose. Initially, amaryllis do not need fertilization. After they are marketed consumers should be advised to fertilize the plants.
Light
Plants should be forced in a low to medium light (1000-5000 ft. candle) intensity greenhouse. It is possible to start bulbs in a dark, temperature-controlled area before the bulbs are placed under lighted conditions.
Temperature
Amaryllis are tropical plants and they can be forced over a wide range of temperatures, but 75-80°F (24-27°C) is preferred. Bottom heat should be used. Average forcing time to market stage of development is 6-8 weeks. It will vary with each cultivar and forcing period. It is also important to note that amaryllis lots are somewhat variable and no guarantee as to flowering time can be given.
Marketing, Harvesting and Storage
Amaryllis should be marketed when the floral stalk is 12" tall. It is desirable to have leaf growth of 6-12" and a second stalk beginning to grow. Do not cold store amaryllis plants or flowers. If they need to be held, place them at 50° F. Whenever possible, plants should be marketed with care tags. The consumer should be informed that amaryllis should be fertilized 1-2 times per month when it is growing. They can be placed outdoors in the pot when the danger of frost has passed. Amaryllis can also be used as cut flowers. They should be cut when the floral buds are colored, but not yet open. To prevent the splitting and outrolling of the cut stem, the flowers can be held in 0125 sucrose for 24 hours at 72°F before shipping.
More Details
Availability
Holland Amaryllis are available from October until April. Because of the large assortment that is presently on the market, it is difficult to give an exact forcing schedule. Generally the amaryllis flower more consistently after January 1. As a rule it takes 4 weeks to flower after shoot emerges.
For Christmas:
Plant November 10, recommended to use Southern Hemisphere bulbs
For Valentines:
Plant December 20, Use only size 30/32 of Ludwig Goliath, Fantastica, Dutch Belle, Apple Blossom, or Maria Goretti
For Easter:
All varieties and sizes are suitable, schedule ship date 6 weeks before Easter
Storage Upon Arrival
Use a low humidity, well-ventilated area. Short-term storage temperature should be 55-60⁰F. Long-term storage or if the sprouts begin to show, lower the temperature to 41⁰ F
Planting and Fertilization
Amaryllis must be planted in a well-drained, pH 6.0-6.5, sterilized planting medium. NEVER USE FRESH MANURE as part of the medium. Normally one bulb is planted per 5 1/2" or 6" (13-15 cm.) standard pot or 3 smaller bulbs in a 8" pot. Plant the bulb with the nose slightly above the rim of the pot - about 1/3 of the bulb will be out of the pot. The use of a plastic pot is preferred. Force bulbs pot to pot on the bench. After planting, water thoroughly. Subsequently, the medium should be kept only slightly moist. Do not to overwater the plant in order to stimulate regrowth of the basal root system. USE TEPID WATER!! Do not water the bulb nose. Initially, amaryllis do not need fertilization. After they are marketed consumers should be advised to fertilize the plants.
Light
Plants should be forced in a low to medium light (1000-5000 ft. candle) intensity greenhouse. It is possible to start bulbs in a dark, temperature-controlled area before the bulbs are placed under lighted conditions.
Temperature
Amaryllis are tropical plants and they can be forced over a wide range of temperatures, but 75-80°F (24-27°C) is preferred. Bottom heat should be used. Average forcing time to market stage of development is 6-8 weeks. It will vary with each cultivar and forcing period. It is also important to note that amaryllis lots are somewhat variable and no guarantee as to flowering time can be given.
Marketing, Harvesting and Storage
Amaryllis should be marketed when the floral stalk is 12" tall. It is desirable to have leaf growth of 6-12" and a second stalk beginning to grow. Do not cold store amaryllis plants or flowers. If they need to be held, place them at 50° F. Whenever possible, plants should be marketed with care tags. The consumer should be informed that amaryllis should be fertilized 1-2 times per month when it is growing. They can be placed outdoors in the pot when the danger of frost has passed. Amaryllis can also be used as cut flowers. They should be cut when the floral buds are colored, but not yet open. To prevent the splitting and outrolling of the cut stem, the flowers can be held in 0125 sucrose for 24 hours at 72°F before shipping.
More Details
Availability
Holland Amaryllis are available from October until April. Because of the large assortment that is presently on the market, it is difficult to give an exact forcing schedule. Generally the amaryllis flower more consistently after January 1. As a rule it takes 4 weeks to flower after shoot emerges.
For Christmas:
Plant November 10, recommended to use Southern Hemisphere bulbs
For Valentines:
Plant December 20, Use only size 30/32 of Ludwig Goliath, Fantastica, Dutch Belle, Apple Blossom, or Maria Goretti
For Easter:
All varieties and sizes are suitable, schedule ship date 6 weeks before Easter
Storage Upon Arrival
Use a low humidity, well-ventilated area. Short-term storage temperature should be 55-60⁰F. Long-term storage or if the sprouts begin to show, lower the temperature to 41⁰ F
Planting and Fertilization
Amaryllis must be planted in a well-drained, pH 6.0-6.5, sterilized planting medium. NEVER USE FRESH MANURE as part of the medium. Normally one bulb is planted per 5 1/2" or 6" (13-15 cm.) standard pot or 3 smaller bulbs in a 8" pot. Plant the bulb with the nose slightly above the rim of the pot - about 1/3 of the bulb will be out of the pot. The use of a plastic pot is preferred. Force bulbs pot to pot on the bench. After planting, water thoroughly. Subsequently, the medium should be kept only slightly moist. Do not to overwater the plant in order to stimulate regrowth of the basal root system. USE TEPID WATER!! Do not water the bulb nose. Initially, amaryllis do not need fertilization. After they are marketed consumers should be advised to fertilize the plants.
Light
Plants should be forced in a low to medium light (1000-5000 ft. candle) intensity greenhouse. It is possible to start bulbs in a dark, temperature-controlled area before the bulbs are placed under lighted conditions.
Temperature
Amaryllis are tropical plants and they can be forced over a wide range of temperatures, but 75-80°F (24-27°C) is preferred. Bottom heat should be used. Average forcing time to market stage of development is 6-8 weeks. It will vary with each cultivar and forcing period. It is also important to note that amaryllis lots are somewhat variable and no guarantee as to flowering time can be given.
Marketing, Harvesting and Storage
Amaryllis should be marketed when the floral stalk is 12" tall. It is desirable to have leaf growth of 6-12" and a second stalk beginning to grow. Do not cold store amaryllis plants or flowers. If they need to be held, place them at 50° F. Whenever possible, plants should be marketed with care tags. The consumer should be informed that amaryllis should be fertilized 1-2 times per month when it is growing. They can be placed outdoors in the pot when the danger of frost has passed. Amaryllis can also be used as cut flowers. They should be cut when the floral buds are colored, but not yet open. To prevent the splitting and outrolling of the cut stem, the flowers can be held in 0125 sucrose for 24 hours at 72°F before shipping.
More Details
Availability
Holland Amaryllis are available from October until April. Because of the large assortment that is presently on the market, it is difficult to give an exact forcing schedule. Generally the amaryllis flower more consistently after January 1. As a rule it takes 4 weeks to flower after shoot emerges.
For Christmas:
Plant November 10, recommended to use Southern Hemisphere bulbs
For Valentines:
Plant December 20, Use only size 30/32 of Ludwig Goliath, Fantastica, Dutch Belle, Apple Blossom, or Maria Goretti
For Easter:
All varieties and sizes are suitable, schedule ship date 6 weeks before Easter
Storage Upon Arrival
Use a low humidity, well-ventilated area. Short-term storage temperature should be 55-60⁰F. Long-term storage or if the sprouts begin to show, lower the temperature to 41⁰ F
Planting and Fertilization
Amaryllis must be planted in a well-drained, pH 6.0-6.5, sterilized planting medium. NEVER USE FRESH MANURE as part of the medium. Normally one bulb is planted per 5 1/2" or 6" (13-15 cm.) standard pot or 3 smaller bulbs in a 8" pot. Plant the bulb with the nose slightly above the rim of the pot - about 1/3 of the bulb will be out of the pot. The use of a plastic pot is preferred. Force bulbs pot to pot on the bench. After planting, water thoroughly. Subsequently, the medium should be kept only slightly moist. Do not to overwater the plant in order to stimulate regrowth of the basal root system. USE TEPID WATER!! Do not water the bulb nose. Initially, amaryllis do not need fertilization. After they are marketed consumers should be advised to fertilize the plants.
Light
Plants should be forced in a low to medium light (1000-5000 ft. candle) intensity greenhouse. It is possible to start bulbs in a dark, temperature-controlled area before the bulbs are placed under lighted conditions.
Temperature
Amaryllis are tropical plants and they can be forced over a wide range of temperatures, but 75-80°F (24-27°C) is preferred. Bottom heat should be used. Average forcing time to market stage of development is 6-8 weeks. It will vary with each cultivar and forcing period. It is also important to note that amaryllis lots are somewhat variable and no guarantee as to flowering time can be given.
Marketing, Harvesting and Storage
Amaryllis should be marketed when the floral stalk is 12" tall. It is desirable to have leaf growth of 6-12" and a second stalk beginning to grow. Do not cold store amaryllis plants or flowers. If they need to be held, place them at 50° F. Whenever possible, plants should be marketed with care tags. The consumer should be informed that amaryllis should be fertilized 1-2 times per month when it is growing. They can be placed outdoors in the pot when the danger of frost has passed. Amaryllis can also be used as cut flowers. They should be cut when the floral buds are colored, but not yet open. To prevent the splitting and outrolling of the cut stem, the flowers can be held in 0125 sucrose for 24 hours at 72°F before shipping.
More Details
Availability
Holland Amaryllis are available from October until April. Because of the large assortment that is presently on the market, it is difficult to give an exact forcing schedule. Generally the amaryllis flower more consistently after January 1. As a rule it takes 4 weeks to flower after shoot emerges.
For Christmas:
Plant November 10, recommended to use Southern Hemisphere bulbs
For Valentines:
Plant December 20, Use only size 30/32 of Ludwig Goliath, Fantastica, Dutch Belle, Apple Blossom, or Maria Goretti
For Easter:
All varieties and sizes are suitable, schedule ship date 6 weeks before Easter
Storage Upon Arrival
Use a low humidity, well-ventilated area. Short-term storage temperature should be 55-60⁰F. Long-term storage or if the sprouts begin to show, lower the temperature to 41⁰ F
Planting and Fertilization
Amaryllis must be planted in a well-drained, pH 6.0-6.5, sterilized planting medium. NEVER USE FRESH MANURE as part of the medium. Normally one bulb is planted per 5 1/2" or 6" (13-15 cm.) standard pot or 3 smaller bulbs in a 8" pot. Plant the bulb with the nose slightly above the rim of the pot - about 1/3 of the bulb will be out of the pot. The use of a plastic pot is preferred. Force bulbs pot to pot on the bench. After planting, water thoroughly. Subsequently, the medium should be kept only slightly moist. Do not to overwater the plant in order to stimulate regrowth of the basal root system. USE TEPID WATER!! Do not water the bulb nose. Initially, amaryllis do not need fertilization. After they are marketed consumers should be advised to fertilize the plants.
Light
Plants should be forced in a low to medium light (1000-5000 ft. candle) intensity greenhouse. It is possible to start bulbs in a dark, temperature-controlled area before the bulbs are placed under lighted conditions.
Temperature
Amaryllis are tropical plants and they can be forced over a wide range of temperatures, but 75-80°F (24-27°C) is preferred. Bottom heat should be used. Average forcing time to market stage of development is 6-8 weeks. It will vary with each cultivar and forcing period. It is also important to note that amaryllis lots are somewhat variable and no guarantee as to flowering time can be given.
Marketing, Harvesting and Storage
Amaryllis should be marketed when the floral stalk is 12" tall. It is desirable to have leaf growth of 6-12" and a second stalk beginning to grow. Do not cold store amaryllis plants or flowers. If they need to be held, place them at 50° F. Whenever possible, plants should be marketed with care tags. The consumer should be informed that amaryllis should be fertilized 1-2 times per month when it is growing. They can be placed outdoors in the pot when the danger of frost has passed. Amaryllis can also be used as cut flowers. They should be cut when the floral buds are colored, but not yet open. To prevent the splitting and outrolling of the cut stem, the flowers can be held in 0125 sucrose for 24 hours at 72°F before shipping.
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