2018-19 Westhoff Catalog

Blutini ® Fuchsia arborescens

Commonly known as the Mexican Blueberry, this fuchsia is both ornamental and edible. It produces large clusters of small pink/lavender flowers throughout the summer, followed by dark purple/blue fruits in the autumn.The berries of Blutini are sweet and resemble blueberries in appearance.The flowers are also edible and used in salads or garnishes.This half-hardy evergreen shrub makes great container displays and will overwinter well in southern climates. BLUTINI ® WESBLUTINI

Additional Culture Information for Blutini pH/EC: 5.0-5.5 / 0.7-0.8 Rooting Hormone: Yes Fertilizer: 200-300 ppm Day Temperature:

68 to 75ºF (20 to 24°C) 55 to 65ºF (13 to 18°C)

Night Temperature: Pinch in Liner: Planting and Timing:

Yes

Spring through Autumn Finish

Finish Times from Liner:

for 4-5”, 6-8 for 6”/gallon, 8-10 for 10-12”, 10-12

Blutini

www.westflowers.de | 41

Made with FlippingBook. PDF to flipbook with ease