Overview of species and varieties of eustoma

Eustoma, or lisianthus, belongs to the Gentian family. In appearance, the flower is very similar to a rose, and when fully opened, to a poppy. The bush is also similar to the first, but there are no thorns on the stems of the eustoma. It has a flower and rather branched shoots, it can grow in height from 30 to 110 cm, the sizes depend on the variety. Read more interesting facts about this beautiful plant in our article.

Eustoma (also known plant names - Irish or Japanese rose) is distinguished by delicate beautiful inflorescences, which are highly valued by florists around the world. The bud reaches 5–8 cm in diameter, the calyx is rather large, funnel-shaped. Flowering mainly begins in June and lasts until mid-late autumn, some varieties bloom until the onset of cold weather.

Flower color is:

• pink;

• white;

• purple;

• cream;

• dark blue;

• light purple;

• lavender;

• red;

• burgundy;

• yellow.

Formerly biologists 3 types of eustoma were distinguished:

• Russell;

• small;

• large-flowered.

But recently, these species have been combined into one - large-flowered. Low varieties are predominantly planted as indoor potted plants, while large-flowered ones are grown in the garden, as well as for cutting. The stems of the plant are straight, branching at the top, and can grow up to 1.5 m.

• "Aurora" begins to bloom earlier than other varieties of eustoma. Flowers grow up to 90-120 cm. The buds are large, double, have several colors: blue, white, pink and blue.

• "Flamenco" - variety series, representatives of which, on average, reach 90–120 cm. Large inflorescences have a mix of colors depending on the variety, and also have a delicate aroma. The varieties differ in unpretentiousness and early flowering.

• "White Kyoto" it stands out with large white flowers and a pleasant aroma. The variety grows easily and quickly.

• "Cinderella" - an annual plant with double buds. The bush has strong, branched stems reaching 50 cm. For growth, the variety prefers fertile soil and a well-lit area.

• "Terry" has funnel-shaped lush flowers, 7–8 cm in diameter. They are pink, lilac, lilac and white, and can also have bicolor inflorescences. Stems grow up to 80–90 cm, start branching from the middle of the shoot, because of this, the branches look like lush bouquets.

• "Mariachi" - an annual flower that grows up to 80–100 cm. The stems are strong, with rather large lush inflorescences. In appearance, the eustoma bud is very much like a rose. When cut, the flower does not lose its decorative appearance for a long time. Prefers areas with good lighting and soil moisture permeability.

• "Mariachi lime" has a beautiful yellowish-green color of inflorescences.

• "Twinkies" has beautiful purple buds with satin petals arranged in a spiral. Branched shoots grow up to 50 cm. The plant is suitable for sunny areas with light fertile soil.

• "White" it stands out with very large white inflorescences. This eustoma is very often used in the preparation of wedding bouquets and decoration of halls.

• "Blue haze" reaches a height of 1 m. The buds have wavy petals of a light lilac-blue tone. Inflorescences are distinguished by their splendor and double structure.

• "Arena Red" combines the classics of a scarlet rose and the airiness of a field poppy. Bright red or cherry double buds, with a yellow-black center. They are located on erect high stems, up to 1 m. The flowering of the variety is quite long.

• Arena pure white differs in large snow-white inflorescences with double petals.

• Arena Blue Flash has a two-tone color of the petals: rich and pale shades of lilac. The buds are very large - 7–8 cm in diameter. Mainly grown for cut.

• Rosita White - a tall bush, about 80–100 cm in height. Terry buds are medium in size, very similar in shape to a rose.

• Heidi grows up to 90 cm. The variety is distinguished by abundant flowering, flowers have a simple shape. This variety is characterized by 15 color options.

• Fringe mint green it stands out for its unusually beautiful petal colors. They are delicate mint green in color.

• Beppin-san differs in unusual petals that have highly cut edges. They resemble feathers in shape. The color of the buds is light pink.

• "Picolo Northern Lights" grows up to 80-100 cm, the stems are strong, but the bush looks very graceful. The inflorescences have a simple shape, petals of a delicate lime tone with purple edging around the edges. The plant prefers well-lit areas for planting.

• Corelli it is distinguished by very large double flowers, the petals of which are curly, with graceful fringes along the edges. There are 6 color options. The height of the bush is 80-100 cm.

• Robella reaches a height of 80–100 cm. The buds are rather large. It has several varieties that differ in the color of the inflorescences: Blue Flash, Pure White, Clear Pink.

High varieties of eustoma look great in any flower garden and serve as an extremely elegant decoration of the site.

• "Alice" it is distinguished by large double inflorescences, which abundantly adorn the strong stems of the bush. The height of the plant is about 80 cm. Flowers are often grown for cut because they retain their fresh appearance for a long time and are easy to transport. The variety is characterized by a rich color palette, pleasant aroma, has several varieties: "Alice blue" with blue buds, "Alice white" with snow-white flowers, "Alice champagne" with a slight yellowish tint of petals, "Alice pink" with a pink color, "Eipricot" with a peach tone, "Green" with a greenish tint of inflorescences.

• "Echo" - one of the most popular variety series, flowers are often grown for cutting. The plant grows in length up to 70 cm, the flower petals are arranged in a spiral shape. The buds are both monochromatic and with a smooth transition of shades, they are distinguished by early flowering. The series has 11 varieties that have different colors and sizes of flowers. The most popular: "Echo Yellow", "Echo Champagne F1".

• "Echo Pikoti pink F1" it has a very beautiful decorative look. Erect stems (about 70 cm) are decorated with a large number of white buds with pale pink edging. Inflorescences have a double structure. The petals are quite dense, silky, forming a cup in the form of a funnel. The bloom is quite exuberant, occurs in the middle of summer.

• "Echo lavender" also has large double-type inflorescences with a graceful lavender color. Differs in a long flowering period.

• "Super magic" - variety series of eustoma with large double flowers. The height of the bush is 70–90 cm.Popular ones: Apricot, Capri Blue Picotee, Champagne, Deep Blue, Green, Light Green, Lilac, Pure white, Rose, Yellow.

• Magic Capri Blue Picoti F1 belongs to the tall varieties bred by Japanese breeders. The snow-white petals are adorned with bright purple edging. The buds are very double, multi-layered, up to 7 cm in diameter. The stems of the bush are strong, grow up to 70 cm. The variety has a highly decorative appearance and is often used for planting on flower beds, ridges and as a decoration for borders.

• "Magic Green Alley F1" characterized by long flowering, super-double inflorescences reach 6–8 cm in diameter, their color is white with a slight green tint, unopened buds have a greener tone. The bush grows up to 70–80 cm, grows well in partial shade. The variety is ideal for cutting as it retains its fresh appearance for a long time.

• "Bolero" differs in large, lush inflorescences. It has several varieties: Bolero Blue Picotee, Bolero White, Bolero Blue Blush.

• "Excalibur blue picoti" grows above 70 cm. The buds are lush and rather large in size. During flowering, the bush is densely decorated with white inflorescences with a graceful blue-violet edging.

• "Excalibur Hot Lips" it is distinguished by large snow-white flowers with a beautiful red border around the edges of the petals.

• Croma possesses super-double petals, which gives the inflorescences additional volume. Medium buds are formed on well-branched shoots. The height of the bush is 80–100 cm. The color and growth depend on the variety, and there are several of them in the variety series. Single color: Green 1 and 2, Lavander 4, Lavander Improve 4, Silky White #, White 3, Yellow 3, two color: Blue Picotee 3, Pink Picotee 3.

• ABC F1 - large-flowered variety with double petals. The color of the buds (5–6 cm) is varied: pink, purple, blue, white. It blooms profusely and for a long time, the stems grow up to 100-110 cm. Loves sunny areas and regular watering. Varieties for cutting are grown, the flowers retain their fresh appearance for a long time and are easy to transport.

• "ABC 1 Green" It stands out for its unusual large double buds of a light green tone. The stems are durable and can easily withstand even strong gusts of wind. The bush reaches a height of 80–100 cm.

• "ABC 2 F1 Pink Mist" has large double buds of a pale pink tone. Medium-early flowering, inflorescences 5–6 cm in diameter. The height of the bush is approximately 90–110 cm.

• Aube possesses very beautiful lush buds with thick petals. Strong stems reach 80 cm in height. The series consists of several varieties, which can be either monochromatic (Cocktail Champagne, Pink Picotee) or with contrasting edging (Blue Picotee).

• "Laguna Deep Rose" differs in double pink inflorescences.

• "Madge Deep Rose" grows up to 80-100 cm. Terry buds, light pink.

Small varieties of eustoma are ideal for cultivation as a houseplant.

• Little bell grows up to 15 cm. The bush has simple funnel-shaped buds, their colors can be different.

• "Sapphire White" - also a dwarf variety, the bush grows up to 15 cm in height. The plant is compact in size with well-branched stems. The buds are medium, snow-white in color.

• "Sapphire Pink Haze" - a squat bush (10-15 cm) with leaf blades covered with a bluish bloom. Large buds are funnel-shaped, the color of the petals is white, with a wide pink border. Sunny places are more suitable for growth.

• Florida F1 Silver grows up to 20-25 cm. Differs in lush and long flowering. The buds have satin white petals with a dark center. Mostly planted as a pot culture.

• Florida Pink - a variety with rather branched shoots, on which large double buds of pink or beige-pink tones are formed. The plant belongs to perennials.

• "Loyalty" - a short flower (up to 20 cm) with simple white buds. Flowers are numerous, but small.

• Mermeid, or "The Little Mermaid", grows up to a maximum of 15 cm. Bushes are quite branched and lush. The variety has several varieties that differ in the color of the buds: white, blue, pink.

• "Mystery" reaches only 20 cm in height and is characterized by compact parameters.Eustoma buds are very similar to a light blue rose with delicate, satin petals. The plant is very sun-loving.

• "Carmen" it has a rather long flowering period, during which the bush is covered with medium-sized inflorescences, the color depends on the variety. The flower is highly resistant to disease. The height of the bush is 20–25 cm; for growth, semi-shaded areas protected from drafts are preferable.

• "Carmen blue F1" with dark blue buds 4–6 cm in diameter. The bush itself grows on average up to 20 cm. The variety belongs to annuals.

• Ivory Carmen belongs to the squat varieties, grows only up to 15-25 cm. It is often planted as a houseplant. The inflorescence is simple, white in color with a slight creamy tint.

• "Carmen white-blue" - medium-sized white buds decorated with a blue border.

• "Carmen Leela" it stands out with a delicate lilac color of the petals.

• "Matador" - the variety series is distinguished by large double inflorescences of pink, blue or white color, depending on the variety. The height of the bush is 10-15 cm, the leaf plates have a light bluish dusting. The plant needs sunlight and abundant watering, as well as spraying.

When choosing eustoma, it should be borne in mind that for open ground it is better to choose tall varieties: they are stronger. Shorter plants are more suitable for growing in greenhouses or as a pot crop. As a rule, the seed bags indicate the height of the flower. It is also worth considering the timing of flowering, because different varieties differ in the period of bud formation. When choosing a variety of eustoma for breeding, the characteristics of the individual variety are taken into account.

Besides, it is necessary to take into account the plant's resistance to a lack of light, temperature, as well as the climatic conditions of the region... You need to know that F1 hybrid varieties are quite resistant to various factors and have strong immunity.

See below for tips on growing eustoma.