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Gentiana acaulis 'Sternschnuppe'
Also Known As
- Gentiana acaulis Hybrid 'Sternschnuppe'
- STEMLESS GENTIAN
- Sternschnuppe Enzian
- TRUMPET GENTIAN
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 3"
- W: 6"
planting zones
- 3a-9a
Gentiana acaulis 'Sternschnuppe' plant details
Gentiana acaulis 'Sternschnuppe' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In fall and spring blue and lavender flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Gentiana acaulis 'Sternschnuppe'
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: gentianaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 6 IN wide, 0 IN - 3 IN - tall
- Flowers: blue and lavender blooms in fall and spring
- Uses: edging plant, rock garden
GROWING CONDITIONS for Gentiana acaulis 'Sternschnuppe'
- USDA Zones: 3a - 9a
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: regular - low
- Resistant to: rabbit
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
A rare light blue selection with large trumpets. For us, not a heavy bloomer and ironically, we get the most blooms in the offseason summer-fall. For any good garden soil, needs light shade in hotter regions. 2 3/8" square - 3 3/4" deep pots - blooming size.
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Gardening facts about Gentiana acaulis 'Sternschnuppe' plant
How to Grow Gentiana acaulis 'Sternschnuppe'
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular - low
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- blue
- lavender
Wildlife
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- spring
- fall
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Landscape groups by tags
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