Anagallis – Wildcat Mandarin’

Dead-Heading Not Necessary
Heat Tolerant
Maintenance Notes
Self-cleaning, no deadheading necessary.
Uses Notes
Use in containers, beds, borders and hanging baskets
Maintenance Category Easy
Water Category Average
Bloom Time
Flower Form Container, Landscape
pH A - pH 5.5 - 5.8
EC (2:1 Extraction Method) 0.8 - 1.2
Fertilization 200 - 300
Light Requirements High
Water Requirements Moderate to Moist
Rooting Out Temperature 65 - 72° Fahrenheit
Growing On Temperature 65 - 72° Fahrenheit
Holding Temperature 40 - 50° Fahrenheit
Planting and Timing Information
Spring through Summer Finish. In northern climates time for late spring or summer sales. Standard PPP.
Finishing Times [weeks]
4-5" and Quart Pot : 4-6
6" and Gallon Pot : 6-8
7-9" Pot : 7-9
10-12" and Two Gallon Pot : 10-12
Pinching and Growth Regulators
Pinch twice. The first 2 weeks after liner planting; the second 4-5 weeks later. Florel can be used instead of pinching. Florel or Bonzi are effective to control growth.
Pest and Disease Management
General pest and disease practices as listed in notes. Watch for white flies, thrips, and leaf miner. Avoid chemicals which burn flowers if in bloom.