Buy Gentiana makinoi 'Blue Star' PP27016

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 6"-12"
W: 4"-8"

planting zones

5a-9b

5" | $19

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Gentiana makinoi 'Blue Star' PP27016 plant details

Gentiana makinoi 'Blue Star' PP27016 is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer blue and lavender flowers emerge. Attracts bees and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture - regular water. Does well in acidic, average, gritty, rich, rocky and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Gentiana makinoi 'Blue Star' PP27016

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: gentianaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 4 IN - 8 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: blue and lavender blooms in summer
Uses: container plant, cutting garden, rock garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Gentiana makinoi 'Blue Star' PP27016

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer and rabbit
Soil needs: acidic, average, gritty, rich, rocky and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Upright habit, 12” tall stems, clumping about 8” wide; lots of long lasting violet-blue flowers July>September. Grows best in a sunny spot in humus rich soil that is consistently moist but well-drained.