Life Cycle
Annual
Plant Characteristics
Rose like blooms strong stems
Growth Habit
Upright
Bloom Season
Spring to summer
Flavour Profile
Not applicable
Suitable for
Outdoor
Seed Type
Open pollinated
Plant Type
Ornamental flowering plant
Planting Season
Spring
Fruit Size
Not applicable
Plant Height
70 to 90 cm
Light Requirement
Full Sun
Water Needs
Moderate
Hardiness Zones
Warm temperate climates
Container Garden
Yes
Plant Spacing
20 to 30 cm
Planting Depth
Surface sow
Growing Conditions
Bright sunny locations
Frequently Asked Questions
Do the Mariachi Pink blooms resemble roses in form?
Do the Mariachi Pink blooms resemble roses in form?
Yes the layered petals create an elegant rose-like appearance with soft blush tones deepening toward rich pink
What colour variation appears within this lisianthus strain?
What colour variation appears within this lisianthus strain?
Flowers typically range from delicate soft blush through medium pink to deeper rose shades on the same planting
Are the stems long and strong enough for professional-style cut flowers?
Are the stems long and strong enough for professional-style cut flowers?
The upright growth produces long straight stems that hold the blooms well and offer excellent vase life once cut
Why is starting seeds indoors often recommended for lisianthus?
Why is starting seeds indoors often recommended for lisianthus?
The seeds are tiny and slow to establish so indoor sowing under controlled warm moist conditions improves germination success before transplanting
Do the seeds need light exposure to germinate properly?
Do the seeds need light exposure to germinate properly?
Surface sowing without covering is important because the fine seeds require light to trigger germination
Should taller plants be staked to protect the elegant blooms?
Should taller plants be staked to protect the elegant blooms?
Light support helps keep the 70–90 cm stems upright especially when the heavy rose-like flower heads are fully open in windy conditions