Gentiana andrewsii

Also Known As

Andrew's Closed Bottle Gentian

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 18"
W: 12"

planting zones

3a-7b

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Gentiana andrewsii plant details

Gentiana andrewsii is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In fall and summer lavender flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Does well in alkaline, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Gentiana andrewsii

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: gentianaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 18 IN tall
Flowers: lavender blooms in fall and summer
Uses: border plant, container plant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Gentiana andrewsii

USDA Zones: 3a - 7b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture

Soil needs: alkaline, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Native to many northern states from Massachusetts to the Dakotas down to Missouri. Despite the flowers never opening, the large, deep blue buds still make a colorful display. Plus, it's pure fun watching bumblebees (the body builder type) prying open the buds to get to the scrumptious inside. Easily grown in an average garden soil and even tolerates wet soils. Full sun to dappled shade in cooler climates; more shade in hotter ones.