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Gentiana septemfida

Also Known As

Crested Gentian

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 6"-12"
W: 12"-18"

planting zones

5a-9b

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Gentiana septemfida plant details

Gentiana septemfida is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In fall and summer blue flowers emerge. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Gentiana septemfida

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: gentianaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: blue blooms in fall and summer
Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, edging plant, rock garden, sprawling

GROWING CONDITIONS for Gentiana septemfida

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: humidity
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Quite similar to G. paradoxa, but with broader leaves. More upright than G. septemfida var. lagodechiana but as easy to grow in most well drained soils and sun to part shade.

By: Edelweiss Perennials

A relatively easy gentian with true blue flowers in late summer and early fall. Sprawling habit with a height of 6-8". Charming tucked into a rocky crevice.