2 1/2–3" double and semidouble, light apricot-colored flowers. Compared to Tower Chamois, King Size Apricot plants are taller and equally as productive, blooms are similar in size and a shade lighter with a warmer (creamier yellow) tone, and petals are only slightly curled (whereas Tower Chamois' petals are heavily curled inward toward the center of the bloom).
10-14 days at 70-72°F (21-22°C)
Transplant (recommended) - Sow 1/8" deep into 72-cell flats or preferred seedling container 6-8 weeks before planting out. Heat and reduced daylength initiate flowering. Establish plantings early to avoid short stems. Direct seed - Once soil temperature is 65-70°F (18-21°C). Provide support. Row cover or insect netting helps prevent the spread of Aster Yellows Virus by leafhoppers. Pinching not required.
Sun.
Varies depending on variety.
6-12".
Annual.
7-10 days.
Fresh - Outside ray florets begin to open. Place immediately in water. Dried - When blooms are fully open.
Fertile, well-drained soil. pH: 5.5-7.5 preferred.