Gentian. A pretty gentian with prostrate stems of mid-green leaves. In late summer produces clusters of narrow bell-shaped, bright blue flowers, with white throats and darker stripes. Max Height 10cm to 15cm. Max Spread 30cm. Flowers July to August. Full sun. Hardy.
Gentiana septemfida
A pretty gentian with prostrate stems of mid-green leaves. In late summer produces clusters of narrow bell-shaped, bright blue flowers, with white throats and darker stripes.
Category: Alpines
Additional information
Generic | Gentiana |
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Species | septemfida |
Varietry | |
Common Name | Gentian |
Flower Colour | blue |
Soil | Light |
Aspect | Full sun |
Foliage | Herbaceous |
Height | 10cm, 15cm |
Family | Gentianaceae |
Spread | 30cm |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Prostrate |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | green |
Flowers From | July, August |
Colour Fruit | |
Fruits When | |
Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
Protection | |
Hardiness | Hardy |
Planting | |
Care | |
Border | Rock garden, Scree |
Toxicity | |
Pruning | |
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