Growth chart

SUNNY® Osteospermums achieve good growth and flower formation at a constant temperature of 12-14°C, and ventilation at +2°C. Furthermore Osteospermums require a well-lit greenhouse, preferably with artificial lighting.

Plant growth is regulated by watering two to three times with Cycocel, and plants must be set out at 25-40 plants per m2. The production time from potting on to sale is 8 to 12 weeks, depending on the time of year.

SUNNY® Osteospermums are suitable for 10-13 cm pots. Cultivation requires large amounts of water and fertiliser. The best plant quality is obtained with ebb and flow watering systems.

	Week 1 Temperature: 18-20°C Light: Light shade. Planting distance: 250-400 plants/m2 Cuttings, possibly rooting hormone Plastic or mist propagation Artificial light. CO2
	Week 2-3 Temperature: 18-20°C Light: Light shade Planting distance: 250-400 plants/m2 Pinched out/cut back after 4-6 leaves Hardened off, artificial light, growth retardant CCC, CO2
	Week 4-5 Temperature: 12-14°C Light: Full sun Distance between plants: 80-90 plants/m2 Potted up, pot size 10-13 cm Growth retardant CCC, CO2
	Week 6-9 Temperature: 12-14°C Light: Full sun Distance between plants: 25-40 plants/m2 Set out. Growth retardant CCC
	Week 12-15 Temperature: 12-14°C Light: Full sun Distance between plants: 25-40 plants/m2 Sale. Season: week 10-26

Plant breeding is a time-consuming and protracted drawn-out process.

Plant breeding is a time-consuming and
protracted drawn-out process.