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Middle-late flowering, fully double large flower

Thicker and stronger stems are more suitable for production under high temperature and long day conditions

Strong stems help transportability and attractive blooms are beautiful in mono-bouquets as well as being a stunning addition in mixed bouquets

How To Grow Lisianthus From Seed?

Lisianthus plants require special treatment when they are grown from seed. If you want to grow lisianthus from seed, sow them indoors, 12 to 13 weeks before planting them out.

This is done preferably after the last frost i.e when the winter season is about to end. Place the one pelted seed per cell into a deep-fry tray .

And at the time of sowing applies a root shield to provide prolonged protection to the roots against the pathogens.

The Lisianthus plant needs proper light for germination. However, the light shouldn’t be of much intensity, i.e. they shouldn’t be placed in bright sunlight. Vermiculite covering can also be used. It will provide eustoma flower protection against algae growth.
The soil is to be kept moist most of the time as moisture is needed by the seed to develop. Let the seeds germinate for around 10-15 days. When the germination ends, the seedling can take time to grow. This usually takes around 60 days before they get ready for further transplanting.
When seedlings start coming out, you can transplant them outside. Make sure you keep the distance of 15-20 cm between each seedling. Add fertilizer to lisianthus plants to enhance their growth. Sprinkling water on the leaves ensures that your lisianthus plants will remain well hydrated.

Light: These plants starve for light. However, bright but indirect sunlight is best suited for these plants. Therefore, they must be protected from harsh summers. For the same reason, climatic conditions present in the months of August and September prove beneficial for their growth.
Water: Water your lisianthus plants as often as possible. However, the best practice to let the soil dry in between watering sessions. But, don’t let the soil remain dry for a longer period of time as it may result in drought-like conditions. Similarly, avoid over-watering as it would result in a flood-like situation. Thus, to maintain optimum water level for the plant, drip irrigation is preferred.
Soil: Always choose the soil with a good drainage system for your lisianthus plants. As the soil with poor drainage will cause the rooting lisianthus’ roots. The preferred soil is clay as it remains moist most of the time. The ideal pH level for these flowering plants is around 6.5 – 7.0. Acidic soil results in yellowing of their leaves and decreased growth.
Fertilizer: Liquid fertilizer suits them well. Also, it is recommended to apply fertilizers in their growing season. This plant requires continuous nutrient replenishment to produce good branches with plentiful blossoms. Use a fertilizer that has a 1.5: 1 ratio of nitrogen and potassium.
Propagation: Lisianthus plants can propagate through both methods by sowing them when they are seed or replanting them. But when they are grown through seed they can grow larger in size.

Lisianthus plants require special treatment when they are grown from seed. If you want to grow lisianthus from seed, sow them indoors, 12 to 13 weeks before planting them out.

This is done preferably after the last frost i.e when the winter season is about to end. Place the one pelted seed per cell into a deep-fry tray .

And at the time of sowing applies a root shield to provide prolonged protection to the roots against the pathogens.

Weed Management: –

The management of weed for growing lisianthus is also very important. These plants do not attain much height for several months. Therefore, leaves keep growing at a low level for a longer duration.
Hence, if they are not taken care of properly, creepers like crabgrass can overtake them and deplete their growth.
For weed management, you can use plastic with small uniform pre-punched holes. These holes are usually 2-inch in diameter, thus, leaving little to no space for the weeds to grow.
It also allows growing lisianthus flowers in a tidy and efficient manner. It is advised to weed early and often rather than taking action when the situation becomes worse.
Also, water your lisianthus plants after each weeding to facilitate re-settling of delicate roots into the ground.

Watering And Feeding: –

Watering is also a major aspect that needs to be taken care of. If you buy lisianthus plants and sow them in the spring season, it is advisable to keep the soil moist.
The water should be enough to keep the soil moist but it must not create flood-like situations for the plant. After planting, it is recommended to spray foliar, a mixture of fish and kelp powder on a weekly basis to feed the plant.
Lisianthus flowers are prone to spotting and molding. Therefore, it is usually recommended to use drip irrigation instead of a sprinkler or a hose.

Packaging: All our seeds are sent in small zip lock bags to make postage more economical. They have a sticker label with basic germination instructions and are posted in a padded bubble mailer to protect seeds. Any pelleted seeds are sent in a protective round 1.5ml tube. I do have larger seed packets that i use for the markets that i can send your seeds in with bigger labels, instructions and plant picture. These are great as gifts or if you require more detail and are an additional $0.50 per packet.

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