Eustoma russellianum Rosie F1

Lisianthus, Prairie Gentian

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Lisianthus, known as Prairie Gentian. Elegant cup-shaped lavender-blue flowers on upright stems. Popular cut flower with waxy gray-green foliage.
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Plant Details

Common Name Lisianthus, Prairie Gentian
Family Gentianaceae
Genus Eustoma
Species Russellianum
Variety Rosie F1
Origin Southwestern USA / Mexico
Blooming Late spring to autumn, peaks in summer heat with adequate light
Leaf Color Gray-green / Silumentary blue-green
Sunlight Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly check Yes
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining potting mix with perlite; pH 6.0-6.5; sensitive to high salts

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Watering

Keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged; avoid wetting foliage to prevent Botrytis and root rot

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Sunlight & Care

Requires bright light for flowering, direct morning sun preferred to prevent leaf scorch in afternoon

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Fertilization

Apply balanced liquid fertilizer weekly at half strength during active growth phase

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Pruning

Pinch seedlings for bushiness; deadhead spent blooms to extend flowering period

Pest Control Aphid Fungus Gnat Snail Thrip

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 5 months
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
59° – 82°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 60%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
2500 – 30000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1800 – 2500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
30% – 70%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
500 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

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