About
A compact, cushion-forming perennial from rocky limestone habitats in the Alps and Balkans with pairs of narrow, strap-shaped, deep blue-green leaves and solitary, white, six-petalled flowers in summer. A choice and rare alpine for a well-drained rock garden or alpine house.
About the genus
Gentiana can be annuals, biennials, herbaceous or evergreen perennials, mostly with showy, trumpet or salver-shaped flowers
Plant details
Suggested usesBedding, containers, hanging baskets.
Care notes
CultivationPlant after last frost in fertile soil.
PruningDeadhead regularly.
PropagationGrow from seed in spring.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.