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Gentiana [Asiatic Hybrids]

Also Known As

  • Gentian

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 5"
  • W: 16"

planting zones

  • 7a-9a

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Gentiana [Asiatic Hybrids] plant details

Gentiana [Asiatic Hybrids] is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In summer blue flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Does well in acidic, gritty, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Gentiana [Asiatic Hybrids]

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: gentianaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 16 IN wide, 5 IN tall
Flowers: blue blooms in summer
Uses: mat-forming, rock garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Gentiana [Asiatic Hybrids]

USDA Zones: 7a - 9a
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Soil needs: acidic, gritty, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Divisions from a batch of Asiatic Fall blooming hybrids that we selected out the best light bloom forms. These are real nice and I'm here to tell you that it pains us to sell them. Mat forming and deciduous and making lots of new crowns, this has grand 2"-3" sky blue trumpets. Rich, moist and acidic.

Gardening facts about Gentiana [Asiatic Hybrids] plant

How to Grow Gentiana [Asiatic Hybrids]

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture
  • Soil Needs

    • acidic
    • well-drained
    • rich
    • gritty

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • blue
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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