Gentian. Stunning intense blue trumpet shaped flowers. Max Height 10cm. Max Spread 20cm. Flowers August to November. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Gentiana ‘Glen Isla’
Stunning intense blue trumpet shaped flowers
Additional information
| Generic | Gentiana |
|---|---|
| Species | |
| Varietry | 'Glen Isla' |
| 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, November |
| 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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