Gentian. Beautiful azure blue trumpet shaped flowers. Max Height 10cm. Max Spread 20cm. Flowers August to October. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
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								| Generic | Gentiana | 
|---|---|
| Species | |
| Varietry | 'Elizabeth' | 
| Common Name | Gentian | 
| Flower Colour | blue | 
| Soil | Gritty, Acidic | 
| Aspect | Full sun | 
| Foliage | Semi-evergreen | 
| Height | 10cm | 
| Family | Gentianaceae | 
| Spread | 20cm | 
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Rosette-forming | 
| Fragrance | FALSE | 
| Foliage Colour | green | 
| Flowers From | August, October | 
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained | 
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy | 
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting | 
| Care | Keep moist in first year | 
| Border | Rock garden, Scree | 
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | Slugs and snails, Rusts | 
| Maintenance | Keep free from weeds | 
| Propagation | Seed, Division | 
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