Alternanthera Purple Knight Seedling Tray

For best results with Purple Knight, plant one rooted plug per 4-inch container or two to three per 10-inch container. Use well-drained soil with a pH of 5.5-5.8, EC of 0.6-0.9 mS/cm (2:1), high feed (200-300 ppm N), and average daily temperatures of 65-72 degrees. This plant doesn't require pinching but pinching will increase branching and can be used for shaping. It may need PGRs in small containers and responds to Bonzi or Sumagic.  It isn't prone to pests or disease. 

This plant is prized for its foliage.

Pinch to shape and increase branching but pinching isn't required.

Space containers for adequate airflow and sunlight penetration around the base and foliage of each plant.

This plant doesn't typically require PGRs but may need height control in small containers. Use Bonzi or Sumagic according to the label instructions. 

This plant isn't prone to pests.

Alternanthera isn't prone to disease. Always take the following precautions in your greenhouse.

1. Water at the base of each plant in the morning, allowing the soil to dry between waterings.

2. Provide good airflow. 

3. Space containers so sunlight can reach the soil level of each plant.

Plant one rooted liner per 4-inch container or two to three per 10-inch container. Use well-drained soil and completely bury the ellepot centered or evenly spaced in the container.