Tagetes filifolia Dropshot HERBS

Life cycle Herb/annual Family/origin Asteraceae/Latin America Popular uses Anise-flavored herb for salads, cooked dishes and soups, mixed containers, garden beds and borders microgreens production Mature plant height 20-25 cm (8-10”) Mature plant width 20-25 cm (8-10”) Pot size Packs, 8-15 cm (3-6”) pots, quart/liter pots Plants per pot 1 plant in small pots, 3 plants in large containers Sun exposure Full sun Water requirements Normal to reduced Dropshot Flowering time A short day plant Growth regulators Flowers insignificant Not applicable for herbs Media A well-drained, porous media is best to prevent over watering Common Diseases pH 5.5-6.2 Botrytis -avoid wet foliage at night EC 1.4-1.8 (100-150 ppm) Growing temperature Start at 18-20ºC (64-68ºF) Common Pests Lower the temperature after root Aphids, Snails and Slugs at 15-18°C (59-64°F) Avoid wet conditions at night Pinching Light Dropshot is day length sensitive. No need althought frequent cutting Shorter days will result in faster will enhance re-growth bud initiation and earlier flowering Fertilizer needs Balanced N:P:K fertilizer as needed recommended EC 1.4-1.8 (175- 200 ppm) Crop time 8-10 weeks in small pots, 10-12 weeks in larger containers Hardiness zone N/A

Cultural information is issued as a guide to growers based on our own trial experience. It is not intended as a blueprint for growing. 111-220421 Any chemicals referred to should be used only in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions and local regulations. Text is subject to typing or printing errors, Tagetes filifolia Dropshot Plug Production

Seed forms Raw and slick-coated Seed count 1000 - 2000 sds/gr (28,000- 33,600 sds/oz) Varies by lot! Recommended plug size 288-128 Seeds cell 1-3 Vermiculite cover Normal cover Stage 1 Media pH 5.5 to 6.3 Germination Moisture: keep medium saturated Soil medium temperature: 20-22°C (68-72°F) EC 0.5-1 (50-75 ppm) Stage 2 Reduce moisture levels to obtain optimum root penetration and Stem and cotyledon to prevent fungal diseases. Prevent wet foliage after nightfall Temperature: 18-20°C (65-68°F) Fertilizer level: EC. 0.5-1.0 (50-75 ppm) Stage 3 Moisture: reduce moisture levels and allow medium to dry slightly Growth and development between watering but do not allow plants to wilt Temperature: 18-20°C (65-68°F) Fertilizers: as stage 2 To prevent stretching alternate with potassium nitrate at EC 1.4-1.8 (100-150 ppm) Stage 4 Moisture: reduce moisture levels and allow medium to dry slightly Ready for transplanting between watering but do not allow plants to wilt Temperature: 16-18°C (60-65°F) Fertilizers: see stage 3 Plug crop time 4-5 weeks Approximate finish time 6-10 weeks Special tips Plants should be grown dry, watering evenly when necessary The crop needs to have good air circulation in well ventilated conditions HERBS

112-220421 Cultural information is issued as a guide to growers based on our own trial experience. It is not intended as a blueprint for growing. Any chemicals referred to should be used only in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions and local regulations. Text is subject to typing or printing errors,