Begonia hybrid – Double Delight® Primrose
A spectacular new fragrant vareity of begonia which makes the ideal hanging basket plant. It produces an abundance of scented double flowers iin soft yellow with apricot accents during the summer months.
Features
A spectacular new fragrant vareity of begonia which makes the ideal hanging basket plant. It produces an abundance of scented double flowers iin soft yellow with apricot accents during the summer months.
Continuous Re-Bloom
Dead-Heading Not Necessary
Fragrant Flower
Long Blooming
Maintenance Notes
These begonias prefer moist but not wet, well draining soil. These are not hardy, but the corms can be dug up, stored for the winter and replanted the next spring.
Uses Notes
Great in hanging baskets and patio planters.
Maintenance Category Easy
Water Category Consistent
Bloom Time
Flower Form Container
pH B - pH 5.8 - 6.2
EC (2:1 Extraction Method) 0.6 - 0.9
Fertilization 150 - 200
Light Requirements Medium
Water Requirements Dry to Moderate
Rooting Out Temperature 65 - 72° Fahrenheit
Growing On Temperature 65 - 72° Fahrenheit
Holding Temperature 65 - 72° Fahrenheit
Planting and Timing Information
Standard PPP. Spring to Summer Sales.
Finishing Times [weeks]
4-5" and Quart Pot : 5-7
6" and Gallon Pot : 6-8
7-9" Pot : 7-9
10-12" and Two Gallon Pot : 10-12
Pinching and Growth Regulators
Pinching should not be necessary except to shape. 150 to 200 ppm cycocel can be used for growth regulation if needed.
Pest and Disease Management
Standard pest and disease practices as outlined in the notes.
Grower Tips
Flower drop should be expected. Proper timing so that plants are sold quickly will help decrease messiness.
