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pH: 
A (5.5 - 5.8)
EC (2:1 Extraction Method): 
B (0.6 - 0.9)
Fertilization: 
Medium (150 - 200 ppm)
Light Requirements: 
High
Water Categories: 
Moderate to Moist
Rooting Out Temperature: 
B (65 - 72º Fahrenheit)
Growing On Temperature: 
B (65 - 72º Fahrenheit)
Holding Temperature: 
B (50 - 60º Fahrenheit)
Planting and Timing Information: 

Spring to Summer Finish. Standard PPP.

Finishing Times: 
4-5" and Quart Pot : 4-6
Finishing Times: 
6" and Gallon Pot : 5-7
Finishing Times: 
7-9" Pot : 7-9
Finishing Times: 
10-12" and Two Gallon Pot : 10-12
Pinching and Growth Regulators: 

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.

Sumagic at 2-5 ppm has been effective at controlling growth.

Pest and Disease Management: 

General pest and disease practices as listed in notes.

Grower Tips: 

Grower Tips for Whirlwind
-Requires high light in production.
-Needs 200 ppm fertilizer.
-Prefers warmer production temperatures.

Australian plants prefer to have little or no Phosphorous added. This plant is sensitive to cold temperatures but makes a great spring and summer sales item. Avoid getting foliage wet under low light, high pH, and cool conditions.

Whirlwind varieties are more compact and better branched than other Scaevola varieties.

Spring Outdoor Finish: 
Do not move outside
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