Gentiana acaulis, Trumpet Gentian new Will tolerate light shade and

Will tolerate light shade and little summer water once established

floral racemes in late spring are likewise pretty and pale

Provide some supplemental water during the first growing season then no summer water

with well-drained soil (they are practically in gravel)

Gentiana acaulis, Trumpet Gentian new Will tolerate light shade andAzure blue, 34" long, upward facing trumpets (the better to see their green speckled interiors) bloom May to June above a mound of light green, glossy, evergreen leaves that hug the soil. Provide gritty soil, moisture and a lot of sun. This is a rare and amazing gift from the Alps. Mature size: 2 4 in T x 12 18 in W, mat forming Minimum temperature: 40 F