How to Grow Revolution Gold

Thick cotyledons emerge within 7-10 days, followed by the first true leaves. Seedlings are sturdy and fast-growing.

Provide bright light to prevent leggy growth. Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Thin seedlings to appropriate spacing when they reach 2-3 inches tall.

Plant develops multiple stems and a bushier habit. Height reaches 1-2 feet with increasing branching. Leaves are large, coarse, and slightly hairy.

Provide sturdy support or stakes early, as these tall plants need anchoring in wind. Water consistently and fertilize every 2-3 weeks with balanced fertilizer. Pinch central stem when 12 inches tall to promote lateral branching.

Flower buds form at the ends of branches. Plants are at full height (4-5 feet) with dense foliage and visible branch structure.

Continue staking and support. Maintain consistent watering—irregular watering can cause bud drop or malformed flowers. Reduce nitrogen fertilizer, switch to balanced or phosphorus-rich fertilizer to promote flowering.

Spectacular double golden-yellow pompom flowers open from the buds. Blooms are fully double with no visible central disk, reaching 4-5 inches across. Multiple flowers bloom in succession from different branch tips.

Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming. Water at the base to keep flowers dry and prevent disease. Stake any branches that begin to droop under flower weight. Cut flowers early in morning for arrangements.

If flowers are not deadheaded, seed development begins. Plant vigor declines as energy goes into seed production. Foliage may yellow or brown.

Allow some flowers to remain for seed saving if desired. Cut spent plant material before it becomes too woody. Seeds mature within 3-4 weeks on the plant and can be collected when flower backs brown and seeds separate easily.