Asarum macranthum Creeping Tortoise 10a while Israeli nurseryman Moti Kopilovitch

while Israeli nurseryman Moti Kopilovitch was visiting and discussing our acanthus selections

sunny spot in the rock garden

which in turn consume aphids

although it is still topped with standard 26" tall scapes of large purple-and-white striped bell-like flowers in early summer

This smaller

Asarum macranthum Creeping Tortoise 10a while Israeli nurseryman Moti KopilovitchAsarum macranthum 'Creeping Tortoise' is a 2020 Plant Delights JLBG introduction of our 2008 collection from 6,200' elevation in Taiwan's Taichung County. This splendid wild ginger selection is clothed with lovely silver veined leaves, but also spreads, which is a trait only seen occasionally in populations of this species. Asarum macranthum 'Creeping Tortoise' will form a 3" tall x 2' wide patch after 10 years. The fascinating ruffled purple flowers