Gentiana acaulis

Plant type

perennial, groundcover

size

H: 4"
W: 12"

planting zones

3a-9b

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Gentiana acaulis plant details

Gentiana acaulis is a broadleaf deciduous perennial groundcover with green foliage. In summer blue flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, gritty, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Gentiana acaulis

Plant type: perennial groundcover
Plant family: gentianaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 4 IN tall
Flowers: blue blooms in summer
Uses: edging plant, rock garden, showy

GROWING CONDITIONS for Gentiana acaulis

USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular

Soil needs: average, gritty, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Masses of amazingly bright blue flowers cover this gentian in June. Some stems are upright, others are prostrate with the last few inches of stem upturned to clear the ground. Plant in part shade to part sun. Avoid full sun. This gentian is one of the easiest to grow and tolerates a wide range of soils and exposures. Good for rock gardens and near pathways where it can be appreciated. From the Caucasus, Turkey, Iraq and Iran.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

Azure-blue, 3 -4"-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. Minimum temperature: -40°F