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Gaura lindheimeri Whiskers Deep Rose

Scientific Name : Gaura lindheimeri

Common Name : Wand Flower

Hardiness Zone : 6a - 9b

Hardiness Degree : -10°F (-23°C)

Blooming Season : Early Spring, Spring, Late Spring, Summer, Autumn, Late Summer

Plant Habit : Upright

Characteristics : Attracts Hummingbirds, Shade Tolerant

Water : Medium

Fertilizer : Once a month

Spacing : 14 - 16" (36 - 41cm)

Height : 14 - 16" (36 - 41cm)

Width : 12 - 14" (30 - 36cm)

Exposure : Sun

General Information : Unique contrasting flower part color to increase garden and container attractiveness.

Idea & Tips : Prefers full-sun locations with well-drained soils.

Grower Information : A great container item for impulse sales.

Unique contrasting flower parts add new color interest to a popular class.
White filaments set off deep rose petals.
Compact, bushy habit and dark red foliage.

'Whiskers Deep Rose'

Protection Information : PP26,399

(Flowering Only License)

Breeder : Darwin Perennials

Propagation Guide
- Media EC/pH:
  
  EC 0.75-0.80 mmhos/pH 5.8-6.2
  
  Soil Temperature:
  
  70-72°F (21-22°C)
  
  Rooting Hormone:
  
  500 ppm IBA
  
  Mist:
  
  Low to moderate
  
  Fertilization:
  
  50-75 ppm N when roots become visible
  
  Pinching:
  
  Recommended after roots are established. Leave 4-5 active internodes.
  
  Transplanting:
  
  35-42 days after sticking
  
  Comments:
  
  Use low mist settings; do not oversaturate rooting media. Root zone temperatures of 70°F (21°C). Remove flowers in propagation.
Finishing Guide
- Media pH:
  
  5.8-6.2
  
  Temperature:
  
  Nights: 50 to 55°F (10 to 13°C) Days: 55 to 60°F (13 to 16°C)
  
  Light Level (fc):
  
  3,000 to 5,000
  
  Vernalization:
  
  No
  
  Daylength:
  
  Day length neutral
  
  Watering:
  
  Allow media to dry regularly between watering.
  
  Fertilization:
  
  Use a balanced fertilizer at a rate of 125 to 150 ppm.
  
  Pinch After Transplant:
  
  Recommended
  
  Plant Growth Regulators:
  
  PGRs generally not needed
  
  Pests and Fungal Diseases:
  
  Spider mites, aphids
Crop Scheduling
- 1–qt. (10–cm) pot, 1 plant per pot:
  
  Unrooted: 12-14 wks Rooted: 8-10 wks
  
  1–gal. (15–cm) pot, 1 plant per pot:
  
  Unrooted: 15-17 wks Rooted: 10-12 wks
  
  2 to 3–gal. (25 to 30–cm) pot, 3 plants per pot:
  
  Unrooted: 19-22 wks Rooted: 12-14 wks
  
  Bloom Months:
  
  April to September

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