Description
ABC Purple Lisianthus brings florist-quality color to the cutting garden. Bred for strong stems, reliable bloom timing, and long vase life, this Eustoma grandiflorum selection produces rich saturated purple, rose-like blooms for bouquets, wedding work, and refined summer borders.
Why Grow It
- ABC series lisianthus selected for professional cut-flower stems and reliable bloom timing.
- Rich saturated purple petals have velvety depth and a rose-like cup form.
- Tall 24-36 in. stems suit bouquets, wedding work, and arrangements that can last up to two weeks in the vase.
- Tender perennial in zones 8-10; grown as an annual in most climates with early indoor sowing.
- Pelleted seed is easier to see and handle than natural lisianthus seed.
Growing Information
| Botanical name | Eustoma grandiflorum |
|---|---|
| Life cycle | Tender perennial in zones 8-10; grown as an annual in most climates |
| Mature height | 24-36 in. |
| Light | Full sun |
| Bloom or harvest window | Summer through early fall from early indoor sowing and sturdy transplants |
| Seed count | 20 pelleted seeds |
| Sowing advice | Start indoors 12-16 weeks before the last expected frost. Surface sow pelleted seed onto a fine moist mix, press gently without covering, provide bright light, and keep evenly moist until germination. Transplant after seedlings are sturdy and frost risk has passed. |
| Spacing | Space plants 6-8 in. apart in cut-flower rows; allow a little more room for fuller garden display. |
| Germination | Usually 10-20 days at about 68-72 F with light and steady moisture; lisianthus seed is tiny and slow-growing at first. |
Best For
- professional-style cut flower rows
- wedding bouquets
- purple floral arrangements
- summer cutting gardens
- cottage borders with rich color
- long-lasting vase flowers
Packet Details
Includes 20 pelleted seeds. Store pelleted seed cool, dry, and dark until sowing. Once started, keep the seed surface evenly moist so the pellet can hydrate properly.
FAQ
Are these seeds pelleted?
Yes. This listing is for 20 pelleted seeds, coated with harmless clay to make the naturally tiny lisianthus seed easier to see and sow.
When should I start ABC Purple Lisianthus?
Start indoors 12-16 weeks before the last expected frost. Lisianthus grows slowly at first and needs early, careful indoor sowing for strong summer stems.
What makes ABC Purple useful for cutting?
The ABC series is valued for sturdy stems, reliable timing, saturated color, and long vase life, making it a strong choice for bouquets and wedding work.
Is lisianthus the same as a rose?
No. Lisianthus can look rose-like in arrangements, but it is Eustoma grandiflorum, with smooth cut-flower stems, oval buds, and blue-green foliage rather than thorny rose canes.
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