Eustoma grandiflorum 'Arena 1 Purple'

Eustoma grandiflorum, commonly know as lisianthus or prairie gentian, is coveted as a cut flower for its elegant, rose-like appearance and long life in the vase. 'Arena 1 Purple' has rich royal purple, fully double flowers on tall, 24 to 36 inch sturdy stems. The foliage is dark green, lance-shaped, and slightly fleshy in texture. Treat as an annual, tender perennial or biennial. Fantastic in bouquets, in the sunny border, containers and the vase.