Eustoma x 'Balboa Blue Rose'
Lisianthus
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Lisianthus (Eustoma x 'Balboa Blue Rose') - Description
You have to grow this heat-loving annual to really appreciate the beautiful, rose-like flowers. Lisianthus are native to the American Southwest and this improved variety from Central America is taking gardens by storm. 3-3 1/2" white petals are rimmed in rich purple. Narrow, upright plants grow 18-22" tall and look best-planted 7-10" apart. Can be grown in containers, in the middle of beds or in the cutting garden. Good vase life and unique silvery green foliage makes this durable annual a welcomed addition to fresh arrangements.
Lisianthus (Eustoma x 'Balboa Blue Rose') - Blooming
A long, warm growing season is needed for the best blooming. Stake the heavy flower stems for the best display. It will take about 5 months from planting until first bloom.
Lisianthus (Eustoma x 'Balboa Blue Rose') - Growth
Annuals, biennials, and short-lived perennials. Eustoma does best in full sun in beds and borders. Dwarf specimens do well in containers indoors or out.
Lisianthus (Eustoma x 'Balboa Blue Rose') - Planting
Sow the dust-sized seeds indoors in individual pots 10-12 weeks before last frost of spring. Press seeds into soil surface. Seeds germinate at 65-70°F (18-21°C) in 2-3 weeks. Keep soil dryish to prevent root rot. Zone 8 or south seeds can be grown as biennials, sowing seeds in midsummer. You can also propagate with cuttings, but growing from seeds will result in a better plant.
Lisianthus (Eustoma x 'Balboa Blue Rose') - Pest
Common problems include virus diseases, stem cankers, wilt, and gray mold.
Lisianthus (Eustoma x 'Balboa Blue Rose') - Interesting facts
Native Americans used the bitter tasting flower of Eustoma, also known as Lisianthus, as medicine.
Lisianthus (Eustoma x 'Balboa Blue Rose') - Soil and irrigation
Grow in average to fertile, well-drained, moist soil. Neutral to alkaline works best. Water freely during the growing season; reduce in winter.
