Overview
Gentiana acaulis 'Gedanensis' is a matforming, trailing herbaceous perennial in the genus Gentiana, part of the Gentianaceae family, with semi-evergreen, deciduous foliage. Gentiana acaulis 'Gedanensis' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates loam and sand soils and acid and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include rock garden, container and border.
About
Gentiana acaulis 'Gedanensis' is a matforming, trailing cultivar of the Gentiana genus, known for its trumpet-shaped blooms. This semi-evergreen to deciduous plant thrives in full sun or partial shade, favouring east, south, or west-facing aspects. It grows well in moist but well-drained loam or sandy soils with an acid to neutral pH. Hardy to UK zone H5, it is suitable for rock gardens, containers, or borders. Planting is best done after the last frost in fertile soil, with spring division recommended for propagation. It offers winter interest in the garden.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Gentiana
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- East-facing, South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Gentiana acaulis 'Gedanensis' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial, Alpine Rockery
- Habit
- Matforming, Trailing
- Foliage
- Semi-evergreen, Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Rock garden, Container, Border
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Gentiana acaulis 'Gedanensis'
- Propagation
- Division in spring
- Pest resistance
- Slugs, Snails, Aphids, Red spider mite
- Disease resistance
- Rust, Stem rot
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Gentiana acaulis 'Gedanensis'?
Gentiana acaulis 'Gedanensis' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Gentiana acaulis 'Gedanensis' need?
Gentiana acaulis 'Gedanensis' grows best in loam and sand soil. It prefers acid and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Gentiana acaulis 'Gedanensis' hardy in the UK?
Gentiana acaulis 'Gedanensis' has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Gentiana acaulis 'Gedanensis'?
Division in spring.
More in the Gentiana genus
- Gentiana affinis
- Gentiana albawhitish gentian
- Gentiana andrewsiibottle gentian
- Gentiana bavaricaBavarian gentian
- Gentiana calycosa
- Gentiana depressa
- Gentiana dinaricablue trumpet gentian
- Gentiana froelichii
