Gentiana angustifolia

Scientific Name: Gentiana angustifolia

Also Known As

Narrow-leaved Gentian

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 3"
W: 6"

planting zones

3a-9b

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Gentiana angustifolia plant details

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

CHARACTERISTICS OF Gentiana angustifolia

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: gentianaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 6 IN wide, 3 IN tall
Flowers: blue blooms in spring
Uses: container plant, edging plant, rock garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Gentiana angustifolia

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

Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

I'm no botanist, but I do know that angustifolia means "narrow-leaved". This particular one at hand fits the description to the point. Grows rather slow and stays in tight clumps. For now we are offering seedlings, which will vary a bit.