Eustoma is not hardy
The home of Eustoma are the USA. There the prairie growsgentian in very sunny and warm locations. He does not tolerate cold and therefore is not hardy. So it is not suitable as a plant for the garden.
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Bring prairie gentian to garden in summer
Eustoma estimates temperatures around 22 degrees in summer, and it should never be cooler than 10 degrees in winter either. The prairie gentian is therefore cared for in the house all year round. Hibernating is not that easy, so the plant is often only grown for one season and disposed of after flowering.
If it is warm enough outside, you are welcome to take the Eustoma into the garden, on the terrace or on the balcony. However, it must be ensured that there will be no more frosts. You should therefore not put them in the garden before the end of May. Bring the plant back indoors in good time in the fall if you want to try to overwinter it.
The space in the garden should offer some requirements. The prairie gentian needs at least four hours of direct sun per day. So look for a convenient location:
- somewhat sheltered from the wind
- very sunny
- protected from rain
Bring it into the house after the summer break
If the eustoma is to be overwintered, examine it for pests before moving into the house. In order for it to be able to withstand the direct sun behind glass, it must first be accustomed to its new location for hours.
Make sure that the winter location is very bright but not too warm. Otherwise there is a risk of spider mite infestation.
Little is poured on that in winter Fertilize is completely waived.
Tips
Since Eustoma is very sensitive to waterlogging, use very loose and permeable soil as substrate for pots and buckets. A mixture of normal is well suited Potting soil with sand and gravel.