Gentiana lutea
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 3'-5'
- W: 1'-4'
planting zones
- 4a-9a
Gentiana lutea plant details
Gentiana lutea is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer chartreuse and yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Gentiana lutea
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: gentianaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 1 FT - 4 FT - wide, 3 FT - 5 FT - tall
- Flowers: chartreuse and yellow blooms in summer
GROWING CONDITIONS for Gentiana lutea
- USDA Zones: 4a - 9a
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: regular
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Grows clump of large (12" long) strongly ribbed, bluish-green leaves. Bears clusters of star-shaped yellow flowers, about 1" across each bloom on impressive 5 feet stalks.
Gardening facts about Gentiana lutea plant
How to Grow Gentiana lutea
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- yellow
- chartreuse
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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