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growing senetti plants

by Malvina Shields Published 3 years ago Updated 3 years ago

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Do Senetti grow back every year?

“Senetti has strong, bright colors that consumers love, especially as we come out of winter into spring,” Spanton says. “As an added bonus, Senetti has the ability to rebloom. Just cut the plant back 50 percent in height and it will flower again in four to six weeks, provided it is well fed.”

Is Senetti an indoor or outdoor plant?

Until recently all material was raised from seed, Senetti is the first Pericallis to come from vegetative cuttings. We say 'Spring Garden Colours' but you can also use Senetti as an indoor plant! Just put it on a place permeable to light, with room temperature and it will flourish.

Does Senetti need sun?

Plant Senetti with other cool companion bedding plants in early spring, such as pansies. Senetti thrives in full sun and partial sun conditions.

Can you plant Senetti in the pots?

Classic, full-sized Senetti plants should be grown in pots that are one gallon or larger, preferably larger to command a premium and show off the high flower count. But smaller pots may be preferred for a more floral or multi-pack treatment. Baby Senetti is ideal for a 5-inch pot.

Should I deadhead Senetti?

Make sure it is kept damp at all times; on hot summer days you may have to water it in the morning and later on in the day. Keep deadheading to encourage the formation of more flowers.

What do you do with Senetti after flowering?

Senetti have a unique ability to rebloom so if you feel your senetti has finished its blooming you can cut it back to around half its size. This should trigger another bloom within about 3-4 weeks. On the topic of feeding, senetti are hungry plants need to be fed every two weeks with tomato or all-purpose feed.

Why is my Senetti plant dying?

These issues arise due to poor watering, temperature fluctuations, inadequate sunlight, or pests. Downy Mildew, Alternaria Leaf Spot, Root rot, and Leafminers are seen in Senetti plants.

How do you look after a Senetti plant?

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Will Senetti survive frost?

They tolerate cold nights and even a light frost with no damaging effect. Every year the range of colours increases and the newer varieties are more compact and look even better in your patio pots.

How big does a Senetti plant grow?

8 to 12 inches tallGrowing 8 to 12 inches tall, pericallis, occasionally called cineraria (and sometimes Senetti after some popular varieties of the plant), produces daisy-like flowers in a variety of bold shades including purple, blue, pink, rose and bi-color.

When should I plant Senetti seeds?

June To August – Cineraria senetti seeds are fine and they need light to germinate. Don't cover the seeds with soil. They should be lightly pressed into the soil.

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