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Gentiana clausa

Also Known As

Bottle Gentian
Closed Gentian

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 36"
W: 18"

planting zones

4a-8b

Gentiana clausa plant details

Gentiana clausa is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In fall and winter blue flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly shade - shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Gentiana clausa

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: gentianaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 0 - 18 IN - wide, 0 - 36 IN - tall
Flowers: blue blooms in fall and winter

GROWING CONDITIONS for Gentiana clausa

USDA Zones: 4a - 8b
Sun exposure: mostly shade - shade
Watering frequency: regular

Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

One of the best of the closed bottle gentians because its clusters of blue flowers are large, this 2 foot native (from Maine to NC and Tenn.) has glossy green foliage and produces its flowers late summer into fall. PSh/M