Gentiana septemfida

CRESTED GENTIAN
Family: Gentianaceae
Pronounced: gen-tee-AH-na sep-TEM-fi-da

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Growing Guide
Rainy Side Notes

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GROWING GUIDE

Geographic Origin
Caucasus, Turkey, Iran, Asia, Illinois, Wisconsin.
Plant Group:
Perennial.
Hardiness:
Sunset zones: 1-6.
USDA zones: 5-8.
Mature size:
Height: 6-8 inches (15-20 cm).
Width: 12 inches (30 cm).
Flowering period:
Late summer to autumn.
Flowering attributes:
Trumpet-shaped deep, royal blue flowers with white throats grow in clusters on arching stems.
Leaf attributes:
Oval green leaves.
Growth habit
Spreading perennial.
Light:
Full sun best in cool damp climates.
Soil:
Humus rich, well-drained soil.
Propagation Methods:
Sow seeds as soon as ripe.

 

Rainy Side Notes

If you love gentians but haven't had much luck with them, this one is the one to grow. I wouldn't be without it for it's rich blue color. Water well until the plant is established.

Photographed in author's garden.