LISIANTHUS VOYAGE

LISIANTHUS VOYAGE (Eustoma grandiflorum)

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Voyage Lisianthus is a favorite among cut flower growers and florists alike. Best known for its large, frilly, fully double flowers held atop long, strong stems. As the popularity of Lisianthus continues to grow, Voyage continues to be one of the most popular varieties.

Association of Specialty Cut Flower Growers 2020 Cut Flower of the Year (Light Apricot) 

PLANT SIZE: #128 and #72 PLUG SIZE.  (Please refer to our plug size chart photo)

HARDINESS ZONES: Annual

LIGHT: Full Sun

PLANT SPACING: 4-6”

PLANT HEIGHT: 24-36”

SOIL AND WATER NEEDS: Well-draining soil. No fertilizer is required. Water when dry. Drip irrigation is preferred to reduce moisture on plants as Botrytis can be an issue.

PLANT ATTRIBUTES:
Excellent cut flower.
No pinching is needed.
Requires support netting – 2 layers are best.
10-15 day vase life

HARVEST: Harvest when 2nd flower on the stem is opening. Place in water containing a holding solution if flowers will not be sold right away. The use of a floral preservative will increase the flower’s vase life. 

Photos courtesy of Ball ColorLink and Flora Norton