Eustoma: the demanding French rose is sure to thank for the care of delicate flowers. Eustoma perennial: description, planting and care Eustoma magnificent F1 terry mixture

In this article, I would like to tell you and show what a long-term eustoma is - planting and care, photos of buds and inflorescences that simply amaze with their different shades. This delicate, and at the same time luxurious flower has many names. Where does Eustoma grow? The plant belongs to the gentian family, its homeland is Central America, but it is also very widespread in South America, Mexico - wherever it is quite humid and warm at the same time. She does not like drafts and sudden temperature changes (and what flowers do they like, if you think so?).

As for the names, they are no less attractive than the flower itself - “Irish rose”, “Texas bell”, “gentian tulip-like”, “prairie flower”. And yet, despite the fact that this botanical name of this genus is considered quite outdated, eustoma is also called lisianthus, which means “bitter flower” in Latin. Since this representative belongs to the gentian family, it is not difficult to draw parallels. Moreover, the plant itself contains many bitterness, such as gentianin, gentzeopikrin, gentziamarin and other similar derivatives.

On the Internet, in the corresponding flower forums and in groups, one often encounters the following question: eustoma and lisianthus - what is the difference? The answer is predictable - there is no difference, this is the name of the same plant.

Eustoma what kind of flower? If we briefly go into the details and the origin of the names, then Eustoma - from the Greek “Eu” means: “beautiful”, “beautiful”, and the Greek word “Stoma” means “mouth”. As a result, we get a “beautiful mouth” or “pretty mouth” - who like it more.

Interestingly, in each country this flower is called in its own way: in Ireland - the Irish rose, in Japan - the Japanese, in Mexico - generally called the Texas bell, in France - the French rose of love. Anyway - these poetic names correspond to reality and once again demonstrate the sympathy of many nationalities for this amazing flower.

Features of the eustoma flower

Not only does it vary by name, but also by the color of the buds, the shape of the flowers themselves. Representatives of a particular variety significantly resemble a rose. A person far from the world of floristry can even confuse them. Individual varieties with their size and shape resemble poppies, terry mallow, some representatives of the lily family. The stems of lisianthus are most often massive (as, for example, in cloves), it is noteworthy that on one shoot can accommodate 20, or even 30 flowers (and sometimes even more!).

Eustoma - photo of flowers:

The leaves of the plant are not particularly distinguished by anything, they have medium sizes, a slightly elongated shape with a sharp tip. But the color gamut of colors, as mentioned above, is simply striking in its multicolor. Red, blue, cream, snow-white, lilac, two-tone - with the transition of one shade to another, pink, lilac, yellow - any shades of eustoma-lisianthus can be! With its exquisite beauty, this flower can compete with the bride’s bouquet — and it’s not in vain! In addition to the visual appeal, these flowers are very durable in cut form. Her bouquets very often decorate various celebrations, banquets, and decorative arches are decorated. And all because they can not lose their freshness and beauty for 15 or 20 days (of course, being in water or in a special moist floral sponge).

The Irish rose is distinguished by the size and height of the stems. For example, depending on the variety, it can grow in open ground, in a greenhouse, in a pot at home on the windowsill (the so-called dwarf varieties). In its natural growth environment, this plant is a biennial, however, if you want to grow it in your summer cottage, expect that you will have it for a year. But the potted variants of lisianthus are perennials.

Thus, perennial eustoma can exist exclusively in the home (apartment) version. The same factor applies to the length of the stems - tall representatives go to decorate bouquets and all kinds of decorations, and undersized lisianthus delight your look at home, on window sills and flower shelves.

Lisianthus, by the way, is not quite capricious in growing and caring. He will not require any special “dances with tambourines” even from a beginner-florist, both in his summer cottage and at home. Naturally, if you are interested and concerned in this matter, do not forget about watering, adhere to the simple rules and recommendations of experienced florists or neighbors in the country, in whom it successfully grows and blooms.

Some popular varieties and types of eustoma

The main differences between these colors, of course, are the external differences of each variety, in colors and shades, and the variety of forms. In flower forums, you can often find mentions of the varieties listed below. I would also like to show them here.

Large-flowered eustoma Russell (Eustoma russellianum). It has a straight stem, the bud itself is somewhat similar to poppy (in shape), the petals can be with or without fringe. It can have completely different shades of buds.

Eustoma Russell, photo:

Lisianthus Echo is probably the most common varietal for flower arranging. It can reach a height of 60 cm, and the color scheme of buds has about 11 shades, both monophonic and with a gradient (one shade that smoothly transforms into another).

Grade Echo, photo:

Lisianthus Aurora (Aurora) - an early varietal species, reaching 1.5 m in height, double flowers, saturated pink, snow-white, blue shades.

Eustoma Aurora, photo:

Variety Flamenco (Flamenco) - a highly decorative species of lisianthus, also reaching a decent height (about 1.3 meters). Very unpretentious in the care and also boasts a multicolored buds.

Grade Flamenco, photo:

Grade Pink Florida (Florida Pink) has pink flowers! At least here it is not difficult to get confused in a bright variety. This is a perennial whose shoots are abundantly covered with flowers.

Lisianthus Florida Pink, photo:

Variety "Mermaid" (Mermeid) is a potted species with stems up to 15 cm tall. Presented in a predominantly blue-violet range (mermaid-sea associations), but pink and white representatives are also sometimes found.

Grade Mermeid, photo:

The variety “Little Bell” (Little Bell) may seem quite simple in appearance, especially against the background of some lush tribesmen, but this is precisely its charm and touching. It is also suitable for potted breeding.

Lisianthus Little Bell, photo:

Variety White Large-flowered (Lisianthus grandiflorum) is probably one of the most impressive species. This is exactly the eustoma from which wedding bouquets are made and with the help of which they decorate the interiors of banquet rooms. Very impressive and luxurious variety.

Variety Lisianthus grandiflorum, photo:

In fact, in nature there are about 60 varieties of this flower, all of them at the same time are somewhat similar, but, at the same time, are completely different in appearance.

Features of growing eustoma in the garden, collecting seeds

In order for this beauty on your site to feel comfortable and bloom in a riotous color, you must first determine the landing site. It should be sunny, and the soil on it should be fertile. Lysianthus should be watered as the upper soil layer dries.

Fertilizing and fertilizing is a matter of course, as is the case with any flowering garden resident. This flower should be fertilized when it is already firmly rooted in a new place, this happens about a month after the seedlings are transferred to the flowerbed (in open ground). According to experienced gardeners, lisianthus prefers special complex preparations similar to those recommended for the vast majority of their flowering counterparts.

How to grow eustoma? Plantafol Rost or simply Plantafol top dressing is applied at the very beginning, when the flowers require fertilizers with a high nitrogen concentration. When they begin to form buds (approximately mid-summer / August), you can start pouring plantafol budization under the root - it contains much more phosphorus than nitrogen. Preparations "Kemira" or "Kemira Lux" will contribute to a longer and lush flowering. The main thing - do not forget that all such additives should be diluted with water. And, another important nuance that is not indicated on the package with fertilizers, but is highly recommended by experienced flower growers - dilute a slightly lower concentration of fertilizer in water than is written in the instructions for use!

The Irish rose begins to bloom in mid-summer (in July) and continues to delight the eyes with lush buds until mid-autumn (approximately until October). As mentioned above, this flower is quite "tenacious", both in cut and in natural form - the lisianthus inflorescences on one shoot may not fade up to 2 months. If you carefully cut the branch, it will grow back and become covered with new flowers. The duration of flowering also depends on the region of growth: the warmer in your area - the longer it will bloom. For example, in our Kuban, lisianthus will bloom for a long time and repeatedly give new buds!

Eustoma - photo of flowers:

How to collect eustoma seeds

And now we will approach the more serious part of the growing process - the collection of seeds and further manipulations with them. Seed boxes in a flower form after pollination. On the open ground, of course, plants are pollinated by insects. If you are breeding lisianthus at home, then solving this problem with an ordinary (soft) brush will not be difficult and will not take much time. As in the case with other flowers, seed boxes remain in place of dried buds not removed from the shoots.

Planting eustomas with seeds almost always has a positive result. Seeds germinate quite well, both those that you managed to collect on your own, and those that were purchased at a flower shop.

In size, they are very small, those that are sold in the store are already “rolled up” in a special thin shell, which consists of components that contribute to better germination and plant growth. It is most convenient to stock up on special cassettes for seedlings in advance, and even better - peat tablets! In these tablets, the soil mixture has already been selected with a competent calculation of the composition, and subsequently planting these tablets in the open ground is much more convenient. And there - see how you prefer.

What do the seeds of eustoma look like, photo:

Both purchased store-bought and personally harvested seeds are most conveniently buried in the soil with a toothpick, as shown in the photo above. Seeds are sown in winter or at the very beginning of spring - most often in February or early March, but there are also frequent cases of successful January plantings.

Eustoma, growing from seeds, how to plant

As already mentioned above, for convenience, saving time and energy, you can buy peat tablets, you can also buy ready-made earth mix in a flower shop (the one that is designed for planting senpolia or violets is perfect).

At the same time, you can approach this process thoroughly and make up the soil mixture yourself. At the recommended time for sowing, take light garden soil, which should pass water and air well. This should be clean land from the garden (without any plant debris or stones), peat and calcined river sand. Combine all these components in equal proportions. Additionally, you can add a couple of tablespoons of wood ash.

To be safe and to be sure that the sowing will be done in a clean earth mixture, disinfect the soil - this can be done by spilling the soil with a solution of potassium permanganate or steaming (not calcining in the oven!) A few words about steaming: usually a large pan is taken, for one a quarter is filled with water, put on fire. From above, earth is poured into a colander and covered with a lid from above. The whole process lasts about 1 hour. Hot steam from the water passes through the openings of the colander and kills the possible bacteria in the soil. However, there is one drawback in this method - with harmful bacteria, you can also destroy beneficial microorganisms that help to resist future plants. In any case, the choice is yours. Subsequently, steamed soil will have to be saturated with useful biofungicides, such as Fitosporin or, for example, Trichodermin, Baikal M1.

It is also extremely important to consider that sowing should be done only in disinfected containers! It can be like cassettes for seedlings (they can be seen in the photo above), ordinary plastic or paper cups. The presence of drainage holes in any containers you choose is mandatory. Not only the soil mixture, but also the pots should be treated with appropriate disinfectant solutions. Even a container for peat tablets should also be decontaminated.

How does the eustoma plant by seed?

1. We take containers and fill them with a moistened earth mixture.
2. We place the seeds on top (you can use a toothpick or a sharpened match - for convenience), do not deepen much, just push it a little into the soil.
3. Irrigate with spray water.
4. We cover the containers with polyethylene (or thin food) film so that it necessarily transmits light.
5. Further, the seedlings are transferred to a bright, warm place with an average air temperature of + 20 .. + 25 ° C. Tip - the south window is perfect for this. Sometimes it happens that ordinary daylight is not enough for the harmonious development of plants. In this case, fluorescent lamps (that is, afterglowing seedlings) will come to your aid. It is important that plants do not begin to stretch out of lack of light!
6. Once a day, briefly raise the film and ventilate the seedlings, simultaneously gently moistening the soil with a spray gun.
7. With the onset of night, you can transfer containers to a cooler room, but with a not too significant temperature difference - this is not a prerequisite, but with the right approach it will not be superfluous.

If you do everything correctly, the first small sprouts will appear in 10-12 days. After the eustoma-lisianthus has revealed itself to the world, the protective film should be removed, moderate irrigation, transfer containers with plants to the room cooler - with an air temperature of about +15 .. + 18 ° C. This flower is gaining growth slowly, the first real leaves appear somewhere after a month and a half. By this time, it is already worth thinking about diving, although usually it is made two months after sowing.

Seedlings of eustoma in the photo:

About Dive:

1. Before diving, water the soil in containers with plants.
2. The fact is that even one seed can give 5 or 7 shoots, so at this time (2 months) the best, strongest representatives are selected, after which it is necessary to carefully remove the sprouts from the ground, using a suitable miniature object, and then transplant in individual pots or, again, in cups.
3. Do not forget about drainage - pour a thin layer of expanded clay of fine fraction or even foam balls on the bottom of the pot.
4. Deepening in the soil mixture can be done using an ordinary pencil, and the very “operation” of transplantation using a manicured metal spatula, for example.
5. Lysianthus seedling has a very delicate root system - always remember this, not only at the time of transplantation.
6. In the process of diving, bury the plant in the soil by the very leaves.
7. After that, it is advisable to place containers with flowers in a shaded place where the air temperature will be approximately +18 ° C.

In most cases, lisianthus tolerates the picking process very comfortably, so the adaptation period in the new place is successful and the plant quickly enters growth. After two or three months (as the weather permits in your region), an Irish rose is transplanted to a permanent place of residence - either in a room pot, or in a flower bed, a summer cottage. This must be done carefully, by transshipment, together with an earthen lump - there is nothing new here. For this process, it is better to choose the end of spring / beginning of summer, when any frosts are 100% excluded.

Lisianthus after the dive, photo:

How to grow eustoma in peat tablets

If you pay attention to the method of planting lisianthus in peat tablets, then, I repeat, it is indisputably more convenient in all respects. Just take the tablets of the appropriate size - for this plant you need a "circle" with a diameter of at least 5 cm. Next, I think, you will understand according to the instructions - the tablet is moistened with room temperature water, swells to the right size, excess water is removed. Using a pair of tweezers or a toothpick, the seed is placed in a specially designed hole, slightly pressed, and irrigated with water from a spray bottle.

Eustoma - growing in peat tablets, photo:

Further, everything also goes as usual - covering with a film (creating a kind of greenhouse), airing, placing in a warm and bright room. Everything is the same as in the case of planting in the soil. But when the first small leaves appear, immediately put the tablet in a plastic cup. Thus, the roots are not intertwined, and each lisianthus will be in its place.

Eustoma lisianthus - planted in the ground

The fact that it is preferable to choose an unshaded place on the site, we already know. The absence of winds and drafts - too. For planting in the open ground, choose a cloudy day or evening, after sunset. A month is May or June, when the sudden cold snap is no longer evident. To release the plant from the pot, we use the transshipment method (remember the delicate root system of the eustoma). The distance between the bushes should be approximately 20-25 cm.

An Irish rose lisianthus is placed in a prepared hole with a lump of earth, lightly sprinkled with soil and gently crimped. The hole itself in size should correspond to the size of the pot in which the flower grew. Its volumes should freely contain the extracted plant along with an earthen lump. By the way, additional protection of lisianthus in the first stages of life “on earth” will not be superfluous - on a sunny day cover the bushes with glass jars or cut plastic bottles. Eustoma blooms no matter what month of winter or early spring you sowed seeds. Around the middle of summer, in July, you will be able to see the first flowers of this delicate and elegant flower.

Eustoma perennial - rooting

Due to the fragile and vulnerable root system, this plant cannot be propagated by dividing the bush into fragments or by cuttings (they do not germinate). In extreme cases, you can always buy ready-made seedlings in the corresponding flower shops. It reproduces only by sowing seeds, by the method of growing seedlings - and nothing else. The roots of lisianthus do not tolerate transplantation, any sharp or incorrect movement can ruin the plant!

Sometimes it happens that novice growers under the concept of “Eustoma perennial - planting by the root” mean division and subsequent planting of the separated roots. This small error should be clarified here, the phrase “planting by the root” often uses the usual action of transplanting a plant into the open ground with a “native” earthen lump and, naturally, roots formed in it. Do not confuse these two concepts.

Eustoma - when to sow seedlings in apartment conditions?

The main thing, remember about all the nuances, temperature, lighting (especially in winter) - and you will succeed. For potted breeding at home, low-growing (dwarf) varieties of lisianthus are used. The plant will feel more comfortable on those windows that overlook the east or west side. Bright, slightly diffused lighting is what you need for room eustoma, but on the south window, especially at noon, it is better to arrange a light shade. It is highly likely that on the northern window the Irish rose will not be able to develop harmoniously and may wither away from a lack of sunlight. If you have purchased a ready-made flower in the store, give it time to adapt, do not expose it immediately to the direct rays of the sun, so that leaves and flowers are not burnt.

Make sure that when watering the water does not fall on the flowers and buds, otherwise the decay will not take long. In general, when watering, try to adhere to the golden mean - do not let the soil dry out, but do not over-moisten it too abundantly. The optimal soil condition for irrigation at home is the formation of 1.5-2 cm of a dry top layer of earth mixture in a pot. Drainage must always be present in the containers for this plant, and small crushed stone, clean, disinfected fine pebbles or gravel of small fractions can be placed on the bottom. In general, according to observations, home-made eustoma-lisianthus best gives flowers and feels comfortable in a slightly cool, well-ventilated area.

Remember the love of lisianthus for light and light shade, the eastern or western sides of the site are the best places for its growth. Water it sparingly, but regularly, when watering, do not wet the foliage, so as not to provoke the appearance of gray mold and harmful fungi. Irrigations to an adult flower are no longer needed, and water for irrigation, ideally, should be soft or settled. When air temperature decreases, water volumes for irrigation should be reduced. Sometimes, after planting in the ground, some gardeners recommend covering the plants with large plastic glasses or cropped plastic bottles for the first couple of weeks. It is recommended for flower adaptation, getting used to a new place of residence, protection from drafts and winds, as well as for maintaining moisture in the upper soil layer.

After the eustoma-lisianthus fades, it begins a period of rest, life processes slow down and the plant, as it were, “falls asleep”, stops growing. By this time, fertilizers should be completely eliminated, watering should be minimized, in a word - give the flower a rest. In order for the Irish rose to please you with its splendor next year, be sure to cut all the branches, leaving at most two or three main tillering (branching) points.

Eustoma - growing, summarize

Wherever she grows, she needs to create a comfortable environment. On the site or at home, in the room - she should be fine, then she will bloom and smell, please you with a healthy look. This plant is able to produce peduncles throughout the flowering period, if the shoots are not cut to the root. But in warm regions, even such a radical pruning can give re-development of stems and flowers on them.

Eustoma perennial tall will decorate your site and adjoining territory, it will be harmoniously combined with other flowers and shrubs, will remain fresh for a long time and will perfectly transport transportation in a cut form, if the situation requires it. Low-growing varieties will become a bright decoration of your home, balcony, windowsill.

It must be remembered that the Irish rose is a plant that will inevitably wither away without moisture. Drying of the soil should not be allowed in any case. Excessive waterlogging will not lead to anything good either - the plant will begin to hurt, the roots may rot. The ground around the flower should be gently poured (remember the tender roots), weeds, of course, are removed.

Reading, getting acquainted with all the nuances, it may seem that this is too troublesome, and the eustoma lisianthus itself is a capricious and characteristic plant. In fact, this is not at all the case, any coddled and cherished green resident of us requires attention and care, sometimes individual. Trees, shrubs, any plants and flowers - these are creatures of nature, they are alive and just as well need comfortable living conditions. And the beautiful eustoma is not so different in terms of leaving roses, fragrant hyacinths, surfins and other decorations of our gardens and plots from her neighbors. It is unlikely that there will be a florist or summer resident who does not like the perennial eustoma for its tender beauty, planting and care, photos of various varieties and shades will not leave anyone indifferent!

Rose-like flowers - eustoma

Eustoma (as well as the "Irish rose" or lisianthus) is considered one of the most beautiful domestic plants. To some gardeners, it resembles a miniature version of a rose, for others it seems a colorful poppy. In this material you will learn about the features of growing eustoma at home.

Indoor Views

Today, gardeners are actively growing about 5 species and varieties of perennial eustoma at home. A brief description of these varieties will be given below.

• Eustoma is large-flowered. This is the most common variety, which is characterized by oblong or oval leaf plates, large bell-shaped flowers, as well as bright colors of white, red, blue or orange.

The species includes the following varieties: Wonderus Light Brown, Colorado Purple, Roccoco Marine White, Advantage Green.

• Eustoma "The Riddle." It is characterized by a small height (up to 20 cm), as well as large terry petals with bright cobalt or blue color.

• "Little Bell."It also has a small height of up to 20 cm and is characterized by a large number of green shoots. Inflorescences are small, funnel-shaped, most often a light shade.

• Eustoma "Fidelity." It is notable for its small height and many small white buds.

• "Florida Pink." It is characterized by large pink buds, which brighten and decrease in size over time.

Among domestic plants, eustoma is considered a very finicky lady. Not all conditions are suitable for growing this flower indoors. Here are the main points that you should pay attention to those wishing to grow such a flower.

Temperature and humidity

Unfortunately, eustoma cannot be called a frost-resistant flower - these plants, even from minimal temperature drops, can become sick and dry. In addition, the temperature in the room, as well as the level of humidity affect not only the immunity of the eustoma, but also the development of dangerous fungal diseases.

If we talk about the optimal temperature for growing seedlings of this plant, then they should not fall below + 22-23 degrees. If we are talking about night time, then slight fluctuations in temperatures are allowed here - not lower than +18 degrees Celsius.

The same requirements apply to water for irrigation of eustoma - it should be exclusively at room temperature. If we talk about the level of humidity, then it should be moderate - no more than 50-60%.To increase it, water containers are installed near the pot with the plant, as an alternative, you can resort to regular spraying of the soil near the flower, without touching its leaves and buds.

In any other conditions, and especially with an increased or decreased level of humidity, the eustoma immunity becomes defenseless against fungal diseases that adore a large amount of moisture.

The soil

If we talk about the type of soil for growing a healthy and beautiful eustoma at home, then it is the purchase option that is best suited - ideally this is soil for growing violets.

The substrate for growing eustoma can be created independently.The composition of the optimal soil for growing lisianthus at home should in equal proportions consist of peat, humus, river sand and meadow land.

Particular attention should be paid to the acidity of the selected soil - it is better if it is weak or neutral. To neutralize high acidity, lime or chalk is added to the soil.

If you don’t know how to determine the acidity of your soil, you can use the following scheme: just drop a little vinegar on a piece of the selected soil. If after that the soil begins to bubble a little, it means that it contains a certain amount of lime, and you are dealing with slightly acidic or neutral soil. If the bubbles are absent or poorly developed, you are dealing with acidic soil, where there is practically no lime and reactions with the release of hydrogen oxide are impossible.

Regardless of the type of soil chosen, a drainage layer made of pebbles or expanded clay must be placed on the bottom of the tank. Since the eustoma does not accept stagnation of moisture, drainage is needed to remove it from the roots.

Container selection

The choice of capacity for growing eustoma is also very important and includes several subtleties that will be listed below.

• To grow a healthy and beautiful eustoma, plastic pots are best. It is in this case that the use of clay pots is optional.
• Regarding the container sizes for these plants, it is better to choose medium tanks with a shallow depth. At the same time, the depth should be sufficient to establish a high-quality drainage layer at the bottom of the container. Such pot size requirements relate to the particular preferences of this flower. The flowering period of eustoma occurs only when the root system of the flower touches the walls.
• Choose only containers with openings for removing moisture. If we are talking about plastic containers, these holes can be made manually.

Plant growers believe that peat pots or tablets from peat are best suited for growing eustoma at home. The latter are small washers of densely pressed peat, which swells from moisture.

The advantages of such tablets are obvious - they contain the main vitamins and minerals for flower growth and can be planted in large pots without diving.

Lighting

In order for the eustoma to feel comfortable, this flower requires a lot of sunlight. In addition, the flowering period of this crop falls precisely in the winter period, and therefore the eustoma will require excellent lighting even in winter.

When choosing a place to install pots with eustoma, you need to focus on open spaces on the south side of the apartment. If the plant does not have enough natural light in winter, autumn or spring, the flowers are provided with artificial lighting using phytolamps.

If we talk about seedlings of lisianthus, then for its active growth requires at least 10 hours of good lighting. When choosing a place, it is best to select window sills or loggias, however, the place should be without drafts, and direct sunlight should not fall on the plant. They can burn the leaves of a plant and make its buds pale.

Despite the photophilicity, indoor eustoma prefers more cooling than heat, therefore, in summer they are advised to take such plants out in pots on the street, put on an open loggia or balcony with good ventilation, but without drafts.

Care Features

It is difficult to call indoor eustoma a picky plant - caring for this flower includes many small but important nuances, if not observed, the eustoma may simply fade.

Watering

In the case of lisianthus seedling, watering should be not so much plentiful as moderate. It will be better if the plant receives less moisture than it will suffer from stagnation of water. During the watering of the eustoma, you need to focus on the drying of the soil in the near-stem circle of the flower. Watering is carried out if the soil has dried to a depth of 2 cm.

The most watering procedure will most wisely be carried out in the evening or in the morning.During watering, try not to get water on the leaves of the seedling, so as not to provoke the appearance of burns.

Particular attention should be paid to the temperature of the water - it must be warm, settled.

As for the very young seedlings of eustoma, watering is carried out at least 1 time per week - the container with flowers is covered with a film or glass to form a favorable microclimate and temperature. After abundant watering, condensation will form on the film, which must be removed immediately.

If seedlings are grown in peat tablets, water is added to the container with the tablets, and not to the plates themselves. Since tablets are a thin layer of earth, watering is carried out immediately after they dry.

When the flower begins to rest, the amount of watering should be reduced to 1 time per month.

Top dressing

For abundant flowering and strong immunity, eustoma simply needs nutritious and regular fertilizers. It is best to feed this crop with liquid types of fertilizer with lots of potassium and phosphorus.

When applying a certain fertilizer to the soil, determine the necessary doses, which should be indicated on the package.

The very first top-dressing of this plant is carried out at the time of the first emergence of seedlings - this occurs approximately 2 weeks after planting seeds in a container. The first top dressing must necessarily include fertilizers with a nitrogen content - it stimulates root growth and increases the amount of greenery. Potash and phosphorus fertilizers should be introduced into the soil after transplanting into a permanent pot (after a dive or when 5-6 full leaves appear in the seedlings).

All other dressings of this flower should take place only at certain important periods of growing seedlings: during flowering, after illness, or during active growth. During dormancy, fertilizers cannot be applied to the soil.

Rest period

The resting period is considered to be a time period after the flowering of the eustoma. During this process, the flower is trimmed and then transferred to a room with a low temperature (not higher than +15 degrees). The frequency of watering at this time is reduced to 1 time in 3 or even 4 weeks. Any top dressing and fertilizers in this period are not introduced into the pot with the plant.

Pruning

This procedure is far from being carried out by all plant growers, which is a serious mistake. Timely pruning of eustoma helps get rid of dry branches and buds, which stimulates the growth of new flowers and will favorably affect the decorativeness and appearance of the plant.

During pruning of this flower, it is important to leave intact several shoots with internodes intact. Pruning is done after the dormant period.

How to grow from seeds step by step?

Most often, eustoma is grown from seeds with the help of peat tablets, and therefore it will be useful to step by step consider this method of planting. From the point of view of plant growers, this method is considered the safest, since in the future such tablets can be moved immediately to a constant capacity without picking. Below we will consider the features of transplantation of lisianthus.

Landing

For this procedure, you will need a plastic tray and a metal grill with small windows. The grate is needed in order to keep the peat tablets directly above the water and not allow moisture to stay at the roots of the sprouts.

• The tray is filled with water or a solution containing a growth promoter. Here you can add other mineral or nitrogen fertilizers, as well as protective preparations that disinfect the soil.
• The tablets are placed on the grill so that the grill itself barely touches the surface of the water. Tiles should be placed on the grill at a distance of 5-7 cm from each other - this is necessary so that the fungus from diseased flowers does not spread to other shoots.
• As soon as peat tablets swell from the water, planting material should be sown. Up to 3 seeds of potted eustoma can be planted in one tablet.
• The first shoots should appear in about 2 weeks. Strong sprouts with developed leaves remain in tablets, weak, diseased or underdeveloped are removed.
• A container with a grill is installed in a warm room with diffused light and is covered with a film or glass on top to create a favorable level of humidity.
• Every day, the container with seedlings is ventilated, while drafts and sharp jumps in temperature should be avoided. Watering is carried out only in case of drying tablets.
• Shelter is removed from the tank as soon as the shoots have 4 full and healthy leaves. As soon as there are 5, 6 or more leaves, the sprouts are placed in separate containers for permanent storage. Peat tablets are transferred to a new place with the plant.
• The procedure for planting seeds and subsequent transplantation to a permanent place is carried out in the evening.

Transplant from a temporary pot

Unfortunately, an eustoma transplant is tolerated very painfully and cannot take root in a new place for a long time. In addition, these plants are usually grown at home for no more than 2 years, and therefore transplantation as such is impractical. Usually, an eustoma transplant is performed in only 3 cases.

• When buying eustoma in a store, the flower will need a transplant for the first 3 days.
• In rare cases, the root system of an adult flower fills the entire pot or capacity, forcing the host to look for more voluminous pots for further flower cultivation.
• If eustoma seeds are not planted in pots, but in peat tablets or in large general containers, transplanting is also mandatory.

In any case, the transplantation procedure should be carried out only by transshipment - this means that the plant is transplanted to a new place with the maternal lump of earth from the past pot. At the new place, the same conditions of care must be observed (the same lighting, the same regular watering and the outside temperature of the room), while soil fertilization is mandatory so that it is easier for the plant to take root.

In order for transshipment to be least painful, the flower is taken out of the pot using a garden spatula (remember to hold the bottom of the roots). In order for the plant to freely get out of the pot along with a lump of earth, it should be abundantly watered.

During transplantation and delivery of the maternal coma, try to be in minimal contact with the flower trunk and the root neck.

How to propagate by cuttings?

There is a very common myth that lisianthus can be propagated by cuttings. Unfortunately, cuttings of these flowers are not able to germinate in a new place and do not form an independent root system.The same problem applies to reproduction by dividing the bush - the separated parts of this plant do not take root in the new conditions and rot.

You should not trust sellers who guarantee that it is their variety of room eustoma that propagates by means of cuttings - most likely, this is the most common hype, which is bought only by inexperienced gardeners.

Diseases and Pests

In addition to increased requirements for care, eustoma is not particularly immune, which is why it becomes a frequent target for pests and fungal diseases. Most often, the plant is affected by the following ailments.

• The flower will fade.The most diverse number of reasons: from insufficient watering and irregular top dressing to the development of a fungal disease.
• Gray spots.The cause of the appearance of gray spots with a characteristic fluff may be the so-called gray rot - a fungal disease that spreads very quickly throughout the flower and infects plants nearby.
• Lack of flowering.A small number of buds or their complete absence indicates a lack of sunlight.
• Sharp wilting and yellowing.Excess sunlight or regular drafts.

A very beautiful flower, now gaining popularity among many lovers of indoor plants. Eustoma ("Irish rose", "Texas bell", "beautiful mouth") has strong stems up to a meter high, on one there can be up to 35 flowers. The color of the petals is diverse, from almost white to purple, from plain to with various combinations. In the ground, flowers can be grown as biennials or annuals. At home in pots, the flower feels great for several years.

Before you start growing a flower from seeds, it will be very useful to get acquainted with its biological features. Such knowledge will help to avoid some mistakes, increase the chances of success in the business. We will give one advice to beginner gardeners - if you have not sprouted seeds in your first year, do not lose heart. Carefully analyze your actions, find errors and start all over again. Be sure that the result will justify all your efforts.

1. Plants love uniform diffused light. Do not keep it in the shade, as well as in the sun. Sunlight is useful only during seedling, its rays stimulate the awakening of sprouts.
2. Optimum soil - mixed in equal parts humus from the bark of deciduous trees (you can take coconut) and peat.

Important. Carefully check the acidity, it should be only neutral.

How to check the acidity of the soil at home? Very simple. Put a few drops of table vinegar on a lump of test soil. If bubbles begin to appear, then a chemical reaction occurs between vinegar and lime in the ground, the soil is neutral or slightly acidic. In acidic soil, the presence of "own acid" has already used all the lime; chemical reactions with the release of hydrogen oxide do not occur.

1. Do not try to propagate eustoma with cuttings, they will never give the root system. The method of dividing one bush into several will not work either. Even on large plants, the root system is so underdeveloped that it will not tolerate any separation, both bushes will surely die. For the same reason, the flower cannot be transplanted.
2. In order to increase the flowering time at home, the plant must be kept in a cool room.

Consider these features of plant development and avoid annoying troubles.

In nature, there are more than 60 species of plants, but only a few are used for breeding. For indoor breeding, it is recommended to take low-growing species with a height of not more than 45 centimeters, and for a garden or flowerbed, you can take tall ones in the range of 60-120 cm.

It should be noted right away that this is a painstaking task, seeds may not always sprout. Reason: violation of recommended agricultural technology or poor-quality seeds. It is very important to buy seeds only from trusted reputable distributors. One of the difficulties is that the seeds are very small, in one gram on average there are more than 20 thousand pieces. In addition, they have a very low germination, if approximately 30% of the planted seeds sprout, then this figure is considered a great success.

Important. Germination of treated seeds does not exceed 40%, although manufacturers say that this indicator is 60%. Raw seeds in many cases will not sprout at all, do not get them, do not waste time.

If you plan to plant plants in the garden, then you need to deal with seeds in February or early March. Specific dates are selected depending on the climatic characteristics of the area with the expectation that the flowers appeared in July – August.

How to achieve maximum results during seed cultivation?

Step 1. Preparation of the substrate. There is only one recommendation - use purchased. It must be sterilized, neutral in acidity or slightly acidic.

You can use peat tablets, before that they need to be soaked for at least a day.

Step 2 It is desirable that the seeds be processed by the manufacturer and sealed with a special gel. This not only significantly increases the percentage of germination, but also allows you to evenly sow seeds in the soil.

Step 3 Sow the seeds into the prepared substrate. The earth should be moist, but not soaked, soft in structure. In no case do not sprinkle the seeds, just lightly press them to the ground. Watering is only necessary with a spray, make sure that the seeds do not "fall" underground.

Step 4. Cover the container with foil or plastic bag. It is recommended to leave small gaps through which air will circulate. Seeds germinate on the 14-15th day, be patient.

Important. Light has a great influence on the germination of eustomas; it serves as a natural stimulant to the awakening of life processes. In this regard, the use of artificial light is mandatory, the duration of the light period should be approximately 12 hours a day. Place the containers in such a place that the daytime temperature is at least + 20 ° C, and at night at least + 14 ° C. Temperature parameters are very important when growing plants from seeds, their violation often causes the complete absence of seedlings.

Step 5 As soon as the shoots appear, immediately remove the film, as the substrate dries, spray the phytosporin solution.

Step 6 After a month and a half or two months, several pairs of true leaves should appear in the plants, at this time you can begin to dive. The height should be at least 4-5 centimeters. Do the procedure very carefully, the root system of plants is underdeveloped, the roots are easily injured or come off.

Step 7 Two weeks before planting the eustoma in open ground, you should begin the hardening procedure. Do it gradually, in the early days, expose it to the open air for only a few hours. Avoid direct sunlight. Hardening should only be done in warm weather.

Step 8 If the plants are planted in open ground, then you must first prepare the place: loosen the soil, weed, water.

If you want the eustoma to bloom in the room in the winter, then the timing of sowing seeds should be postponed to July – September. The growing technology is no different from the above.

Important. The amount of water during irrigation should be carefully monitored. Make sure that the leaves are sure to dry by evening.

Rotting of the root system (black leg) is almost not treated and in most cases causes plant death.

Home Care Tips

The plant is rather capricious and reacts very quickly to the deterioration of conditions. Fresh air is always needed, but drafts should not be allowed. In addition, flowers do not like direct sunlight, choose the location of the pots so that the light is diffused. The optimum temperature is approximately + 22 ° C.

As for irrigation, water from city networks should be defended for at least a day. The root system does not respond well to the presence of a large number of calcium ions in water, it is recommended to water it with soft water. Waterlogging and drying out of soil become stressful for plants; such situations should not be allowed. During intensive vegetation, especially during the formation of buds and flowering, plants need to be fed. It is better not to experiment on your own, but to use purchased liquid fertilizers. Follow the instructions for use, do not exceed the recommended standards. If all the care recommendations are followed, then there is a hope that after about three months you will be able to enjoy the new flowers.

How to grow eustoma in the garden

Carry plants only when the risks of frost completely disappear. The place should be cozy: without scorching sunlight and drafts. The earth should not have excessive moisture. It is better to water the soil, it is easier to deal with these problems, but it is much more difficult to deal with excessive moisture.

Immediately after planting, it is recommended to cover delicate and weakened plants with cut plastic bottles. During transplantation, in no case do not tear off a lump of old earth from the roots. Very carefully remove the eustoma from the container, moisten the ground a little before. In a prepared hole, the plant sits with a lump of earth. The distance between the individual plants is approximately 15 centimeters. If you have taller varieties, then you need to increase the distance.

There are several "secrets" with which you can increase the number of flowers on one stem and extend the flowering time.

Each advice should be used wisely, it is imperative to take into account the characteristics of plant growth. If you decide to grow flowers for sale, then the technology changes somewhat. The closest attention is paid to observing the irrigation and top dressing regimes. Breeding in greenhouses makes it possible to regulate important microclimate parameters, and fully automate the monitoring of soil moisture and the frequency of irrigation. Flowers are trimmed to the roots, and then new generations grow.

Rest period

In winter, the plant significantly slows down vital activity. After the flowers fall completely, the stems should be trimmed, and it is imperative to leave up to three internodes. Watering is almost not necessary, pots with plants should be kept in rooms with a temperature not exceeding + 15 ° С. In the spring, the plant begins to awaken. As soon as the first signs of resumption of vital activity become noticeable, the eustoma needs to be carefully transplanted into a new container and resume normal care regimen.

Unfortunately, the withdrawal of flowers from a dormant period will not always be successful, especially for beginner gardeners. In order to always have beautiful flowers in the room, have in stock seeds. Plants have not come out of winter - start cultivating from seeds.

Disease

For indoor plants, aphids and spider mites are dangerous. These pests can appear from other plants located in the same room. If you carefully monitor their condition, then the eustoma will be healthy. Prevention measures are well known to everyone: plants are treated with antiseptic drugs.

Video - How to grow seed eustoma

Let's talk about how to grow tender eustoma in the garden. When we first see this flower, we marvel at its impeccable resemblance to a rose! Eustoma is of various colors and heights, low - up to 15 cm for borders, high - up to 110 cm - per cut. On one stem up to 30 flowers that bloom for a long time and stand perfectly in a cut form.

Eustoma blooms from mid-summer to early fall. But when the cold begins, you can plant a bush with a flower in a pot and still admire its flowering for a month on the windowsill.


So I want to get myself this unusually beautiful flower! But when you start to study the question of how to grow eustoma yourself, you get the impression that this is a very capricious flower, which is a lot of trouble.

5 tips from experienced gardeners on how to grow eustoma.

As soon as you start growing eustoma in your country house, you will be surprised how easy it is to deal with it! Today, Eustoma is the most fashionable cut flower, and if you master the little tricks, then not only decorate with this luxurious flower, but you can easily realize its excess. Professional advice from gardeners who grow this flower on a large scale from year to year will help us understand the features of its cultivation and make friends with this fantastically beautiful flower.

1. Plant eustoma on April 1.

One of the main disadvantages for beginners in growing eustoma is that it grows slowly. In order to see the flowers in July, the seeds for seedlings are planted in December-January. And if you have not yet encountered the slowness of this beauty, then you will experience it from your own experience in the first year.


Another important fact is less known: although the flowers of the plant love the sun and do not tolerate cold weather, its roots feel great and actively develop in cool weather, which results in a strong generously flowering bush.

Experienced gardeners recommend planting eustoma seedlings in the ground on April 1, regardless of spring weather. Tiny rosettes of leaves hug a lump of earth and are therefore well protected from frost. If the weather is especially cold, you can cover the planted seedlings with film, but this is extremely rare.
This early planting gives the plants enough time to grow to the sweltering summer heat, and also gives them a slight time advantage over tenacious summer weeds.

How to grow eustoma from seeds.

And although most summer residents grow their seedlings themselves, experienced gardeners advise eustoma to abandon this approach and buy seedlings - this will save you time and nerves. But if you do not have such an opportunity, we will tell you how to grow eustoma from seeds yourself.


The seeds of this flower are similar to the seeds of petunias - very small, covered with a dense shell.

• We sow eustoma from late February to mid March. Do not tighten, if you sow seeds at the end of March, then flowers, you may see only in August. February seedlings will bloom in July.
• As a soil for seedlings, it is better to take a primer for violets - it contains the required acidity and a small percentage of nitrogen.
• Temperature for seedling germination +20 degrees during the day and at least +14 at night.
• Be sure to highlight the seedlingsso that its daylight hours are at least 12 hours, because photophilous plant and seeds germinate in the light. It is better to use a special phytolamp for this.
• Capacities for landing the same as for ordinary seedlings - it can be a ready-made plastic hotbed with cups with a transparent lid or even an ordinary glass jar with a lid.
• How to plant eustoma seeds. We moisten the soil in a cup (jar) by 2 cm and pour the seeds from above, not deepening, but pressing them down to the ground. Remember, seeds germinate in the light. Close the lid or foil, put in a warm bright place.

Why does not eustoma arise.

Be patient. The first shoots appear after 14 days, after another 14 days the first true leaf will appear. When 3-4 true leaves appear, we do the first pick (if your seeds grow all in one container). The second pick is carried out when there are 5-6 leaves. Watering seedlings is best done through a pan or spray water at room temperature 26-28 degrees. Avoid waterlogging.

What to feed. We feed eustoma seedlings once every two weeks with a full range of mineral fertilizers for flowers, do not do this immediately after a pick, but wait 14 days before feeding.

2. How to care for eustoma: weed is the main enemy.

If you are going to grow eustoma, you need to have a serious weed control plan. Because these plants remain tiny for several months and the leaves are located close to the ground in the form of a rosette, aggressive summer weeds quickly overtake the plant and strangle it. Do not regret to buy a piece of agrofibre for flowers, in the holes of which you will plant seedlings, and the rest of the film will inhibit weed growth.


But agrofibre will not become your magic wand. Weeding weeds in the flowerbed should be your regular habit. Do not wait for the situation to become terrible and you will pick up as many flowers as weeds. Be sure to water after each weeding so that the delicate roots deepen again into the soil.

3. What loves eustoma.

When preparing a flower bed for planting, be sure to add well-rotted compost and turfy soil to it. The plant loves loam, which holds moisture well, but does not swamp. In addition, it is important to choose a sunny place, but not the sun, so that a light shadow falls on the flower.

4. What kind of eustoma to choose.

Although eustoma is a biennial plant, in the middle lane it is grown as an annual. For cultivation from seeds, select hybrid varieties (label F1 on the bag with seeds). They have a large germination rate, they are less susceptible to disease, more resistant to weather conditions. Hybrid varieties of Pan American are considered the best varieties of eustoma - they were nominated for several awards in the world series “Best Cut Flowers” \u200b\u200b- stem height 90-110 cm - an elegant flower shape resembling a half-opened rose bud.


Because the choice of flowers for the plant is large enough, choosing your variety, consider it, the timing of flowering, the height of the stem. Some varieties have a fairly fragile stem, and if you have frequent strong winds, the stems can break. Such plants need a special support made of horizontal plastic mesh, when each bush will be in its own cell. Therefore, observe your growing varieties and draw conclusions for the next season. For example, if you pinch the top of the plant in the summer, you will get a more magnificent bush, but it will bloom later.

5. The second wave of flowering eustoma.

Assuming that you were diligent and consistent and planted seedlings in the ground on April 1, and live in the south of the country, you have a good chance of getting a second wave of eustoma flowering — usually this is the end of September, October.


To take this chance you need to complete several important tasks. After flowering begins in July, make sure you cut the flower all the way to the bottom — almost flush with the ground. Do not leave pieces of stems that will only lead to sluggish secondary growth. On the same day, after the cut, carefully weed the flower bed, water and add compost. All this must be done in one day, then the plants will receive the most active impulse for further growth, instead of hibernating.


Remember to continue to fight weeds as aggressively as you did for the first wave of flowering. Remember that every time after weeding you carefully water the plant. The results of what you are doing now for the flower, you will see in the many tall stems and plentiful luxurious buds in mid-September.


Now is the time to start thinking about what can grow eustoma in his country house ... we hope the little secrets of this elegant flower come in handy!

Perennial eustoma is a charming delicate flower that is not inferior to a rose in its beauty. The birthplace of the plant is considered to be Central America, Mexico and South America. Eustoma has chosen these countries due to the fact that it is both warm and humid. But in Russia, the royal plant takes root quite successfully.

What is perennial eustoma - photo and description

Eustoma is also called lysanthus and texas bell.

Eustoma is a two-year (perennial) plant, but due to cold winters in central Russia it is grown as an annual. Its stems are stretched to a height of up to 70 cm, and in cultivars for cutting, up to 100 cm. Approximately at a height of 30–40 cm, branching begins.

On one plant, 15–20 medium-sized buds ripen, so even with one bush you can collect a good bouquet.

Rhizome is a highly branched roots-strings. They are very fragile, they can easily rot or become aphid. Therefore, do not trust sellers who, under the guise of a luxurious eustoma, offer bulbs or tubers: this is a guaranteed fraud.

Popular plant varieties

Plant varieties differ from each other in shades of flowers and their diameter. The most popular among gardeners are 3 varieties:

• russell's large-flowered eustoma - has a straight and long stem, the buds are shaped like poppy seeds, their shades can be different, the petals of some varieties are covered with fringe;

  Cut plants of this variety in water last up to three weeks

• Echo - stretches 60 cm in height, is considered the most favorite variety of gardeners because of the variety of shades: some buds are plain, others with a gradient;

  The variety Lisianthus Echo flowers can be 11 different shades

• Aurora is a giant eustoma 1.5 m high, its stems are decorated with large double flowers of saturated blue, white or pink tones.
  

  Lisianthus Aurora is a tall plant with large flowers.

Conditions for successful cultivation

Perennial eustoma is a very thermophilic plant; therefore, it ideally develops in the southern regions. In order to achieve good flowering in central Russia, you have to provide her with maximum comfort.

Air temperature

For full development, the plant needs a daytime air temperature in the range + 20 ... 25 ° C, at night it should be at least + 15 ° C. In winter, the plant goes into hibernation mode and lives in a container at an air temperature of + 10 ... 12 ° C.

Planting soil

When transplanting eustoma into open ground, it is important to ensure that the soil is:

• fertile (if the soil is judicial, feed it with mineral fertilizers);
• drained (add river sand or small pebbles to the ground so that it passes air well and the roots breathe);
• homogeneous (without large lumps and foreign objects);
• moderately moist (the ground should be moist, but not too wet so that the roots do not rot).

A mixture of humus with peat in equal proportions or chernozem is ideal for planting a plant.

Soil acidity

Eustoma grows only on neutral soil; it will not develop in an acidic environment. Soil condition can be easily checked at home. To do this, take a lump of earth and drip table vinegar on it. The appearance of bubbles says that vinegar reacted with lime, that is, the soil is slightly acidic or neutral. The absence of a reaction signals an increased acidity. To normalize the environment, chalk, wood ash or dolomite flour is added to it.

Location selection and lighting

For planting flowers, the western or eastern side of the site is suitable. It is better to avoid places where groundwater is located close to the surface.

It is important to choose a place with good lighting - diffused, without direct sunlight. Otherwise, the plant will “burn”. Also, the future bed for eustoma should be hidden from drafts.

Instructions for landing eustoma

Eustoma is planted both in the ground and in pots.

In most cases, eustoma is planted in the soil in the form of seedlings. It is sown in moist soil, and after the appearance of 4-5 full leaves, small eustomas are ready for planting. It occurs according to the following algorithm:

1. Wait for the right time. The procedure is carried out in mid-May, when the plant is no longer afraid of frost. The soil should be well warmed up. The ideal time for a transplant is in the evening or on a cloudy day.
2. Prepare the wells. Between the bushes it is necessary to provide a distance of 10-15 cm.
3. Place seedlings with a lump of earth in the holes. Then pour the roots and cover with dry soil.
4. Close each bush with a “cap” from a cropped plastic bottle or glass jar.
5. After about 2-3 weeks, remove the shelter and begin care, like an adult plant.

Outdoor Care

With proper care, eustoma tolerates even the first autumn frosts well

After transplanting into the soil, the plants do not require special care. The procedures are not much different from caring for other flowers.

Watering

Eustoma does not like too wet soil. Watering is carried out after the earth dries well from the previous watering. But if there is intense heat on the street, the amount of watering is increased. Eustoma does not tolerate drought.

The plant is watered with warm water under the root, trying not to touch the leaves, otherwise a burn may form in the place of the drop from watering.

Top dressing

Fertilizers are applied only after dense rooting of the flower (about a month after planting). Before starting tying the buds make “Plantafol Budonization”, a week later - fertilizer “Kemira” or “Kemira Lux” for lush and long flowering.

Pruning

Dried buds must be cut to stimulate the development of new flowers. When the buds are blooming, seed boxes appear in their place, which can be used for the next sowing.

Wintering

Eustoma is extremely sensitive to cold. The plant will not survive if you leave it to winter in the garden. But you can save the flower until next season. To do this, the bushes are carefully dug up and transplanted into flowerpots. All shoots must be removed, leaving only 2-3 internodes.

Flowerpots are sent to a room with a temperature of + 10 ... 12 ° C. For the winter, all watering and top dressing is stopped. And when young shoots begin to appear on the stems, the plant is transplanted back and resume care.

Problems and diseases

Rarely eustoma

If the plant is properly looked after, no problems should arise. In rare cases, an eustoma can suffer from powdery mildew or from an attack of pests - whiteflies, slugs, aphids. If the plant becomes sick, it is treated with insecticides or fungicides.

How to propagate a plant

Reproduction of eustoma is a complex process

The only sure way to reproduce the eustoma is by sowing seeds. Vegetative methods are extremely difficult to implement, and they are used only for selective purposes to obtain a new variety. At home, it is almost impossible to carry out the rooting procedure: it requires special conditions and tools.

Eustoma seeds are more like dust than seeds: 1 gram contains about 25,000 seeds. Therefore, when buying material, it is better to choose granular seeds - it will be easier to work with them.

If you plan to grow in open ground, the seeds are sown in February - early March. If the eustoma flaunts in flowerpots, the sowing dates can be slightly shifted. And in fact, and in another case, the plant will bloom 4–5 months after the first seedlings are biting.

The soil for sowing is disinfected and filled with useful trace elements. So that the roots do not rot, drainage material is laid at the bottom of the seedling containers and holes are made to drain excess fluid. The containers are placed on pallets and germinated at a temperature of + 18 ... 25 ° C.