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Gentiana catesbaei

Also Known As

  • Catesbaei Gentian

Plant type

perennial, aquatic

size

  • H: 12"
  • W: 12"

planting zones

  • 6b-8b

Gentiana catesbaei plant details

Gentiana catesbaei is a broadleaf deciduous perennial aquatic with green foliage. In fall blue flowers emerge. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and standing water - high water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Gentiana catesbaei

Plant type: perennial aquatic
Plant family: gentianaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 12 IN tall
Flowers: blue blooms in fall
Uses: bog garden, easy-to-grow, fall color, native plant, rare

GROWING CONDITIONS for Gentiana catesbaei

USDA Zones: 6b - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: standing water - high
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Gardening facts about Gentiana catesbaei plant

How to Grow Gentiana catesbaei

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • standing water - high
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • blue
  • Wildlife

    • hummingbirds
  • Flower Season

    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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