Gentiana sino-ornata 'Downfield'

Grow in reliably moist but well-drained, humus-rich, acid or neutral soil; will not tolerate drought or waterlogging. Thrives in locations with cool, damp summers, where it is best positioned in full sun; in areas with hot, dry summers these plants are best grown in afternoon shade

No pruning required

Propagate by division in spring

May be susceptible to slugs and snails, and to aphids and red spider mite when grown under glass

May be susceptible to a rust, and to stem rot caused by soil fungus