Gentiana septemfida var. lagodechiana

Also Known As

Gentiana septemfida 'lagodechiana'
Summer Gentian

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 6"-10"
W: 10"-15"

planting zones

4a-9b

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Gentiana septemfida var. lagodechiana plant details

Gentiana septemfida var. lagodechiana is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In fall and summer blue flowers emerge. Attracts bees and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Gentiana septemfida var. lagodechiana

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: gentianaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 10 IN - 15 IN - wide, 6 IN - 10 IN - tall
Flowers: blue blooms in fall and summer
Uses: easy-to-grow, rock garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Gentiana septemfida var. lagodechiana

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: heat and humidity
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Gentiana septemfida var. lagodechiana is a crested gentian from the Caucasus mountains. Masses of amazingly bright blue upright trumpet-shaped flowers often with a touch of purple cover the plant in mid to late summer on 8 inch tall stems. Some stems are upright, others are prostrate with the last few inches of stem upturned to clear the ground creating a nice mat-forming clump up to 15 inches wide. Plant in full sun to part shade. Avoid full sun in hot summer climates. This gentian is one of the easiest to grow and tolerates a wide range of soils and exposures. Plants appreciate gritty, well-drained, peaty, acidic soil. Good for rock, cottage and informal gardens, borders and beds, near pathways where it can be appreciated, in special containers, and as a small scale ground cover. Attracts hummingbirds and pollinators.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

This trailer (to 8" high) is perfect for a rock wall or the front of the border where its large intricately feathered trumpets of true sky-blue can be admired in early fall. S-PSh/M/GDr (not dry)

By: Forestfarm

A relatively easy Gentian to grow if provided with a soil that is well drained but irrigated during dry spells. Hummingbirds love their cobalt blue tubular flowers which appear in late summer and early fall. Sprawling habit with a height of 6-8". Charming tucked into a rocky crevice or a t the top of retaining walls.

By: Avant Gardens

One of the easier Gentians for the garden and if you have been scared to try one of the members of this regal genus than try this one because it is just a F250 pickup in character. Don't be fooled by those foo-foo blue flowers - it is tough. Tolerant of heavy soils to boot.