Gentiana erectosepala

Also Known As

Gentian

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 6"-10"
W: 12"

planting zones

3a-9b

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Gentiana erectosepala plant details

Gentiana erectosepala is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In summer blue and white flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Gentiana erectosepala

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: gentianaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 6 IN - 10 IN - tall
Flowers: blue and white blooms in summer
Uses: container plant, rare, rock garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Gentiana erectosepala

USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular

Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Hailing from China (NW Yunnan, Upper Burma) in open meadows, among granite rocks and snowfields in elevations from 11,000 to 16,000 feet! The flowers are arranged in clusters of 3-8 flowers, each about 1 1/2" across, with a cream base color, striped and dotted blue on the outside, the lobes on the inside are pale blue. Grows best in a cooler climate or higher elevation in moisture retentive soil. Very rare in cultivation and for the experienced collector only.