Eustoma Russellianum (Lisadora Misty Blue) F1 Hybrid

Grow Unique White and Purple Dappled Flowers with Eustoma Russellianum (Lisadora Misty Blue) F1 Hybrid Seeds

Introducing Eustoma Russellianum (Lisadora Misty Blue) F1 Hybrid, a captivating variety prized for its distinctive and beautiful flowers. Expect elegant blooms in a unique dappled pattern of white and purple. Reaching a height of approximately 3ft (90cm), ‘Lisadora Misty Blue’ adds a touch of sophisticated charm to gardens and cut flower arrangements.

Striking Dappled Flowers in White and Purple

The ‘Lisadora Misty Blue’ Eustoma is admired for its unusual and artistic flower coloration. The delicate dappling of white and purple creates a soft, misty effect, making each bloom a unique work of art. These elegant flowers are highly sought after by cut flower growers and home gardeners who appreciate distinctive beauty.

F1 Hybrid Vigor and Versatile Use

As an F1 hybrid, ‘Lisadora Misty Blue’ exhibits excellent vigor and uniformity. Its strong stems make it well-suited for cutting, allowing you to bring its unique beauty indoors. Whether grown in garden beds, borders, or containers, this Eustoma will provide a memorable display.

Specific Germination Instructions Requiring Light

For successful germination of Eustoma ‘Lisadora Misty Blue’ F1 Hybrid seeds, indoor sowing in spring, approximately 12 weeks before the last expected frost, is recommended. Surface sow onto moist, well-drained, soil-less seed compost. Do not cover the seeds, but gently press them into the soil, as light is needed for germination. Maintain an ideal temperature of 20-25°C and keep the compost consistently moist. Germination typically takes around 10-20 days. Once the seedlings have developed 4-5 true leaves and the weather has cooled, transplant them to the garden with a spacing of 15-20cm (6-8 inches). Pinch back young plants to encourage bushier growth and more flowering stems.

Optimal Growing Conditions for Abundant Blooms

Eustoma ‘Lisadora Misty Blue’ prefers any acid-free soil (pH 6.5-7.2) that is moist but well-drained, in a location with full or partial sun. In the hottest regions, offering light shade during the peak of the day can be beneficial. Water well during periods of active growth, but reduce watering as the plants become more established. These plants can also be successfully grown on a sunny windowsill until flowering begins, at which point they can be moved out of direct, intense sunlight.

Harvesting for Cut Flowers

For the best quality cut flowers, harvest the stems in the morning when one or more flowers on the stem have fully opened.

• Flower Color: White and purple dappled
• Plant Height: Approximately 90cm (3ft)
• Sowing Method: Surface sow onto moist, soil-less compost (light needed for germination)
• Germination Time: 10-20 days
• Transplant Spacing: 15-20cm (6-8 inches)
• Soil Preference: Acid-free (pH 6.5-7.2), moist but well-drained
• Light Preference: Full or partial sun (light shade in hottest regions)
• Watering: Water well when growing, reduce when established