About
A compactly-growing cultivar with upward-facing trumpet flowers in late summer and autumn. These are a deep royal blue with a violet sheen and white throats at the base. They appear white-striped in bud.
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 typeLoam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained
AspectEast-facing, South-facing, West-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH5
Plant details
Plant typeAlpine Rockery, Herbaceous Perennial
HabitMatforming
FoliageDeciduous
HeightUp to 10 cm
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesCottage and informal garden, Patio and container plants, Gravel garden, Rock garden
Care notes
CultivationGrow in moist but well-drained, lime-free soil or compost in full sun
PruningNo pruning required
PropagationPropagate by division of trailing stems that have produced rooted offsets in spring
Pest resistanceMay be susceptible to slugs, snails and aphids
Disease resistanceProne to root rot