Catharanthus Soiree Kawaii is the standout among Suntory's hybrid garden vinca varieties. Smaller than Crown or Double, the compact mounding annual packs just as much flower power! Soiree Kawaii Coral Reef flourishes in heat and works well in mixed containers, hanging baskets, and landscape borders. At just 6-10" tall and 12-18" wide, Soiree Kawaii comes in several colors to mix in borders and containers for fantastic summer color. Finish Kawaii in small containers for borders and carry Crown and Double for large hanging baskets. Pair Soiree Kawaii Coral Reef with Kawaii Light Purple and Kawaii Blueberry Kiss for a stunning border or large mixed container.
Soiree Kawaii Coral Reef Selling Tips
Sell Catharanthus Soiree Kawaii to customers looking for a low-maintenance, long-blooming landscape or container plant. This dwarf variety flourishes in full sun and high heat with little more than regular water. Soiree Kawaii Coral Reef creates mixed containers of full flower coverage and dark green glossy foliage from spring through fall. In tight landscapes, Kawaii fits tons of flowers into small spaces. Soiree Kawaii is a tender perennial in zones 10-11 but happily grows as a long-blooming annual in colder climates. The abundance of color choices makes for creative opportunities to build cheerful landscape beds.
Coach Your Customer
1. Space 4-inch plants 12-14 inches apart in well-drained soil in full sun.
2. Water regularly and do not allow substrate soil to dry out.
General Growing Tips For Your Rooted Cutting Liner
For best results with Catharanthus Soiree Kawaii, use well-drained soil in full sun with a pH of 5.4-5.8, EC of 1.0-2.0, and moderate feed (200 ppm nitrogen). Plant 1 rooted liner per 4-inch or 6-inch container. You may see whiteflies, aphids, thrips, and mites. Watch for botrytis, thielviopsis, corynespora, phytopthora, phythium, and rhizoctonia. Soiree Kawaii Coral Reef is easy to care for and, even in extreme heat, requires little more than regular water.
Flowering
Half to 1-inch coral-colored flowers bloom from spring through fall.
Pinching
Pinching is not required. If you do pinch this plant, be sure to maintain two nodes at all times.
Spacing
Space containers 6-8 inches apart for proper airflow.
Height Control
Soiree Kawaii Coral Reef doesn't require chemical growth regulators. B-9 at 2500-5000 ppm is most effective if you choose to use them.
Pests
You may see whiteflies, aphids, thrips, and spider mites.
Disease
Kawaii is the most prone to disease of the three Catharanthus Soiree varieties. Watch for root rot and fungus; botrytis, thielviopsis, corynespora, phytopthora, pythium, and rhizoctonia are most common. Prevention is the best treatment for these common greenhouse diseases.
1. Water plants in the morning at the base of each plant. Allow the top of the soil to dry out between waterings.
2. Provide sufficient airflow and sun penetration by spacing containers properly. We've also had success with using fans to increase airflow in the greenhouse.
3. Treat botrytis with Medallion and Banrot as a drench according to the instructions on the label.
For more information on preventing common greenhouse diseases, look here and here.
Planting Soiree Kawaii Coral Reef Liners
We suggest planting one rooted cutting per 4-inch or 6-inch container. Use well-drained soil and completely bury the ellepot in the center of the pot.
Rooted Cuttings
Cuttings vary in size between different plant families. These rooted starter plants will arrive ready to be transplanted in to your final container. If they are to be used in a landscape application, you will need to establish them in a 4 inch pot or an 1801 before planting outside.
Catharanthus Soiree Kawaii Coral Reef Quick Reference Guide
| 4 Inch crop time | 6-8 Weeks |
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| Bloom Period | Fall, Spring, Summer |
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| Color | Pink |
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| Habit | Compact, Mounding |
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| Height | 6-10 inches |
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| Light | Full Sun |
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| Minimum Temp | 62 |
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| Perennial Zone | Zones 10-11 |
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| Water Needs | Moderate |
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| Patented Plant | yes |
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