General Plant Information (Edit)
Plant Habit: |
Herb/Forb
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Life cycle: |
Annual
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Sun Requirements: |
Full Sun
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Water Preferences: |
Mesic
Dry Mesic
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Plant Height: |
24-36 inches |
Plant Spread: |
10-12 inches |
Flowers: |
Showy
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Flower Color: |
Pink
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Bloom Size: |
2"-3"
3"-4"
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Flower Time: |
Spring
Late spring or early summer
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Underground structures: |
Taproot
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Uses: |
Cut Flower
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- Accepted: Eustoma russellianum
- Synonym: Lisianthus russellianus
- Synonym: Eustoma grandiflorum
- Synonym: Eustoma exaltatum subsp. russellianum
Posted by
dnrevel (Michigan - Zone 6a) on Mar 24, 2024 12:36 PM concerning plant:
Frilly double form. Original forms are native to northern Mexico, Texas and
Colorado. Note it grows in dry climate near water. Soil surface is dry but the taproots
have access to water below the surface.
Lots of good cultural info available from Sakata Seed America. Recommended light fertilizer for seedlings: 100-150ppm N from a balanced Calcium Nitrate based fertilizer. Maintain consistent temps for days 22-56, avoid temperatures over 75°F and under 45°F during active seedling growth period.
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