Lisianthus Rosie (Eustoma rusellianum)

New genetic dwarf pot Lisianthus with improved root quality.

Depending on light intensity Rosie may be grown without use of PGR or with just one application.

Rosie produces very attractive fully double, long lasting flowers.

Rosie is available in 5 separate colours: Lavender Blue, Rose Picotee, White, Lilac and Pink.

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Sowing Media:Lightly fertilized peat, pH 6,0.

Sowing: In plug trays, using 1 pelleted seed per cell. Do not cover the seeds as Lisianthus needs light to germinate. We recommend to germinate the Lisianthus on benches in a glasshouse. To obtain optimum humidity during germination the trays may be covered with plastic.

Germination temperature:20-22° C (68-72° F). Higher temperature may cause rosetting.

Germination:Approx. 2 weeks after germination the plastic should be removed but it is essential to main-tain correct humidity in order to achieve uniform plants.

Potting:When the plants are 7-8 weeks, plant 3-4 plugs in a 10-12 cm pot, using a lightly fertilized and well drained peat, pH 6,0.

Growing temperature:20-24° C (68-75° F). Good ventilation is needed.

Production:Depending on the type of product, the plants are spaced to 30-45 pots per m2.

Growth regulation:When needed apply 1-3 0/00 Alar.

Artificial light:As this crop requires a lot of light, it is necessary to use artificial light during winter and early spring.

Sales:Depending on the time of the year crop time from potting is 8-10 weeks.