About
A low-growing perennial to 10cm tall, with trailing stems clad in paired ovate leaves and ending in 1 - 3 mid-blue, trumpet-shaped flowers 4cm long in late summer.
About the genus
Gentiana can be annuals, biennials, herbaceous or evergreen perennials, mostly with showy, trumpet or salver-shaped flowers
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun
Soil typeChalk, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained
AspectSouth-facing, North-facing, West-facing, East-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH5
Plant details
Plant typeAlpine Rockery
HabitMatforming
FoliageDeciduous
HeightUp to 10 cm
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesCity and courtyard gardens, Gravel garden, Patio and container plants, Cottage and informal garden, Rock garden
Care notes
CultivationGrow in moist but well-drained, humus-rich soil. Suitable for the front of borders. Performs best in sunny conditions
PruningNo pruning required
PropagationPropagate by seed or division of offsets in spring
Pest resistanceMay be susceptible to slugs, snails and aphids
Disease resistanceMay be susceptible to root rot