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Gentiana parryi

Also Known As

  • Gentian
  • PARRY'S MOUNTAIN GENTIAN

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 6"-16"
  • W: 12"

planting zones

  • 4a-10a

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Gentiana parryi plant details

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

CHARACTERISTICS OF Gentiana parryi

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: gentianaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 6 IN - 16 IN - tall
Flowers: blue blooms in summer
Uses: border plant, container plant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Gentiana parryi

USDA Zones: 4a - 10a
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This taller growing species can be encountered in the Rockies from lower rich meadows up to above the tree line. The large flowers are broad-goblet shaped and mid-blue. They are borne singly or in groups of up to 6 and open when the sun is out. Easy to grow in an average garden soil.

Gardening facts about Gentiana parryi plant

How to Grow Gentiana parryi

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • blue
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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