Week 12 | Lisianthus 'Celeb Lavender' | 10 Pack

10 Plant Plugs | Plug size: 128 (This means the plugs are from a 128-cell tray).

Ships Week 12 - Week of March 22

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Lisianthus 'Celeb Lavender'

Eustoma grandiflorum 'Celeb Lavender'

If you love romantic, ruffled flowers with incredible vase life, 'Celeb Lavender' Lisianthus is one you'll want in your cutting garden. This beautiful variety produces beautiful, fully double blooms in soft lavender-purple tones, with layers of delicate petals that resemble miniature roses.

Part of the Celeb series, 'Celeb Lavender' is especially appealing to flower farmers and floral designers who appreciate sophisticated colors and beautifully formed flowers. Its lush, rose-like blooms bring softness and texture to bouquets, while its long, sturdy stems make it an excellent choice for fresh-cut flower production.

Lisianthus is famous for its exceptional vase life, often lasting 10-14 days or longer with proper care. Each stem can produce multiple blooms, providing beautiful color and excellent value for cutting gardens. The soft lavender coloring pairs beautifully with blush roses, creamy dahlias, white cosmos, and other romantic garden flowers.

Although lisianthus is botanically a tender perennial, it is typically grown as an annual in most climates. Plants prefer cool conditions during establishment, followed by plenty of sunshine and warmth as they develop and flower.

Height: 24-36"
Spread: 6-12"
Color: Soft lavender-purple
Bloom Time: Summer to early fall
Plant Type: Tender perennial, typically grown as an annual
Hardiness: USDA Zones 8-10 for potential perennial survival; generally grown as an annual elsewhere
Sun Exposure: Full sun
Best For: Cut flowers, wedding arrangements, flower farming, romantic bouquets, and cutting gardens
Growing Tips: Plant lisianthus in full sun and fertile, well-drained soil. Transplant plugs carefully without disturbing their delicate root systems, and keep the crown at soil level. Lisianthus prefers consistent moisture during establishment but dislikes waterlogged conditions.

For the strongest stems, provide adequate spacing and good air circulation. Support netting is recommended for commercial cut flower production, particularly when growing long stems for floral arrangements.

Lisianthus benefits from cool growing conditions early in its development, but prolonged exposure to excessive heat while plants are young can cause rosetting and delay flowering. Once established, plants tolerate summer warmth and produce beautiful, long-lasting blooms.

Harvest when one or two flowers on each stem have opened and additional buds are beginning to show color. Place stems immediately into clean water and store in a cool location for the best vase life.

If you're looking for a sophisticated lavender flower with the beauty of a rose and the vase life of a premium cut flower, 'Celeb Lavender' is an excellent addition to your growing lineup.

Photo Credit: Farmer Bailey