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Lisianthus Rosita 2 Jade Seeds for Gardens and Bouquets

Lisianthus Rosita 2 Jade Seeds for Gardens and Bouquets

$16.59 USD
$16.59 USD
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How to Sow and Plant

Start seeds indoors 10–12 weeks before the last expected frost. Sow seeds on the surface of a moist, well-drained seed-starting mix and lightly press them in — do not cover deeply as they require light to germinate. Maintain consistent moisture until sprouts appear (7–21 days). Transplant outside after frost danger has passed.

How to Grow

Plant outdoors in full sun to partial shade. Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged, and avoid heavy shade. Feed with a balanced fertilizer during the growing season to support strong stem and bloom development. Stake taller stems if needed to prevent flopping and deadhead spent flowers to encourage continued blooming.

Tips

Start seeds indoors early and ensure light exposure for germination.


Maintain well-drained soil to avoid root diseases.


Provide consistent moisture but avoid soggy conditions.

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Product Information
Features
life-cycle

LIFE CYCLE

Perennial

plant-characteristics

PLANT CHARACTERISTICS

Flowering herbaceous orchid plant

growth-habit

GROWTH HABIT

Upright

bloom-season

BLOOM SEASON

summer

flavour-profile

FLAVOUR PROFILE

Ornamental

suitable-for

SUITABLE FOR

Indoor and shaded outdoor environments

About
Lisianthus Rosita 2 Jade Seeds for Gardens and Bouquets
seed-type

SEED TYPE

Non-GMO

plant-type

PLANT TYPE

Flowering ornamental plant

Lisianthus Rosita 2 Jade seeds yield graceful soft greenish-white blooms with an elegant rose-like form and excellent vase life. This premium variety is ideal for garden beds, borders, containers, weddings, and advanced floral arrangements, bringing sophistication and refined color to any space. Rosita 2 Jade thrives in full sun to partial shade in well-drained soil and blooms abundantly from summer through early fall — perfect for both beginner and experienced gardeners seeking unique ornamental appeal.

Planting information
planting-season

PLANTING SEASON

Spring

fruit-size

FRUIT SIZE

N/A

plant-height

PLANT HEIGHT

18–30 inches

light-requirement

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

Full Sun to Partial Shade

water-needs

WATER NEEDS

Moderate

hardiness-zones

HARDINESS ZONES

annual

container-garden

CONTAINER GARDEN

Suitable

plant-spacing

PLANT SPACING

8–10 inches

planting-depth

PLANTING DEPTH

Surface sow

growing-conditions

GROWING CONDITIONS

fertile soil

Coverage
Seed Count
Recommended Coverage
SEED COUNT
100
GTIN
36000126235

Frequently Asked Questions

The listing describes this as an "orchid plant" — is that accurate?

No, that appears to be a labeling error; lisianthus (Eustoma) is not an orchid at all, but belongs to the gentian family, despite its rose-like double blooms sometimes causing visual confusion.

Is lisianthus really a perennial, since the hardiness zone field says "annual"?

In its natural range, lisianthus behaves as a short-lived perennial or biennial, but its notoriously slow, tricky germination means it's almost always grown fresh as an annual in gardens.

Why does starting these seeds indoors take so long (10–12 weeks)?

Lisianthus seeds are extremely fine and slow to germinate and establish, requiring a much longer head start indoors than most typical garden annuals.

What does "Rosita" refer to in this variety's name?

Rosita is a known commercial lisianthus seed series bred for compact growth and reliable performance as both a garden plant and cut flower.

Why is lisianthus so popular in the floral industry?

It's prized for an unusually long vase life, often two to three weeks, making it a favorite for weddings and professional floral arrangements.

Is lisianthus related to roses, given its rose-like bloom form?

No, the resemblance is purely visual; lisianthus and true roses are unrelated plants from entirely different families.