PVG Grower Resource Guide 2019-2020

THUNBERGIA
TORENIA
A N N U A L S
AT
2 0 1 9
2 0 2 0
CATALINA ® GRAPE-O-LICIOUS
Torenia
SP 8-12" LT: 84
CATALINA A
® GILDED GRAPE
‘Dancat266’ USPP20242 Can3904
Torenia SP 8-10" LT: 84 PF: 4.25
CATALINA ® Pink
‘Dancatpink’ USPP17025 Can2525
Torenia
SP 8-10" LT: 84
CATALINA ® Midnight Blue
‘Dancat911’ USPP17878 Can2815
Torenia
SP 8-10" LT: 84 PF: 4.25
TORENIA hybrids
CATALINA ®
CATALINA ® varieties are high-value plants with an extra
helping of heat tolerance and oversized blooms. They are also
among the few varieties that bloom in full shade. Encourage
your retailers to create simple bench cards that say “Flowers
for Shade", and you’ll see sales soar.
CATALINA A
® White Linen
‘DANCAT153’ USPP 19,997
Torenia AT
SP 8-10" LT: 84
Z: 9-10 HT 6-10" V: 2
G R O W I N G T I P S
» Prefers warmer production temperatures; cold, wet conditions can
slow growth.
» Light shade is best for optimal growth.
» 200 ppm fertilizer for optimal growth.
» For all sizes of containers, pinch the liner 1–2 weeks after transplant; for
containers larger than 6" and for hanging baskets, trim around the edge
of the container as needed prior to spacing or hanging of the baskets.
» Bronzed foliage is likely indicative of too cold of temperature and/or too
high of light.
Additional Culture Information
pH/EC: 5.5 - 6.2/0.6 - 0.9
Rooting Out Temperature: 70-75º F (21-24º C)
Growing Temperature: 70-75º F (21-24º C)
Holding Temperature: 60-65º F (16-18º C)
Water Requirements:
Moderate to Moist
Finish Times in Weeks: 4-5", 4-6; 6"/gallon, 5-7; 8", 7-9;
10-12"/2 gallon, 10-12
Spring Outdoor Finish: Do not finish outside
Notes:
Florel ® should not be used, as stunting and flower delay will
occur. CATALINA ® varieties are naturally compact and should not
require PGRs. Torenia prefer warmer temperatures. Tips will turn
yellow if grown cold.
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