Species lisianthus
violet flowers with yellow anthers and green leaves

lisianthus

Eustoma grandiflorum

Also Known As - prairie gentian,Texas bluebell,prairie gentian,Texas bluebell
Lisianthus, also known as Eustoma grandiflorum, is a beautiful flower that blooms in a range of lovely colors. The flower has delicate, soft blossoms and its center is what holds the lace-like petals. This flower offers a true statement of beauty, making it perfect as a centerpiece in any bouquet, wreath or arrangement. Lisianthus also has a long vase life and requires little care and attention to thrive. Plus, it's multiplied easily with division allowing many gardeners to create a garden filled with color and cheer!

Cycle:

Herbaceous Perennial

Watering:

Average

Propagation:

Seed Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

8 - 10

Flowers:

Pale purple Flowers In Summer

Sun:

full sun,part shade

Soil:

Well-drained

Fruits:

green,brown Fruits In Autumn Ready In Summer

Leaf:

Yes

Growth Rate:

Low

Maintenance:

High

watering

Lisianthus should be watered when the soil feels dry to the touch; this may be up to every 2 days in warm and dry conditions. When watering, aim to moisten the entire root zone, not just the surface. It is ideal to water in the early morning, as this is when the plant can make best use of the water. Wet foliage in the heat of the day can cause issues with mildew. After watering, allow the soil to drain completely and discard any water that collects in the saucer or pot.

sunlight

Lisianthus (Eustoma grandiflorum) is a shade loving plant that prefers 4 – 6 hours of direct daylight either in the morning or late afternoon. They need plenty of bright, indirect light to grow strong and healthy, and can suffer from too much direct light, sunburn or possible plant death. If lisianthus is growing outdoors in direct sunlight, shade it during the hottest and brightest parts of the day and keep it out of strong winds in the garden. In colder climates, lisianthus can be grown outdoors if placed in a spot with some protection from the wind.

pruning

Lisianthus (Eustoma grandiflorum) does best with careful pruning to promote healthy flowering and grow bushier. Prune lisianthus plants when the stems begin to grow taller than 12 inches. Remove some of the longest stems, leaving some of the buds at the base of the stem, which will help create fuller, bushier growth. Prune lisianthus in the spring or early summer for optimal blooming. Furthermore, remove any dead or wilted stems and remove any flower heads that have already bloomed.

Season

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Harvest Fruit

The harvesting season for Eustoma grandiflorum typically begins in June and ends in October.

Starts Flowering

Eustoma grandiflorum typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in April or May.

Harvest Fruit

The harvesting season for Eustoma grandiflorum typically begins in June and ends in October.

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