About
A semi-evergreen perennial to around 10cm high forming mats of narrow, grass-like foliage with trailing stems that bear pure white, trumpet-shaped flowers, 4.5-6.5cm long, in the autumn.
About the genus
Gentiana can be annuals, biennials, herbaceous or evergreen perennials, mostly with showy, trumpet or salver-shaped flowers
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun, Partial shade
Soil typeLoam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained
AspectSouth-facing, North-facing, West-facing, East-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH5
Plant details
Plant typeAlpine Rockery, Herbaceous Perennial
HabitMatforming
FoliageSemi evergreen
HeightUp to 10 cm
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesGravel garden, Rock garden, Cottage and informal garden, Patio and container plants
Care notes
CultivationGrow in moist but well-drained, humus-rich soil in partial shade. Suitable for a rock garden
PruningNo pruning required
PropagationPropagate by division of offsets in spring
Pest resistanceMay be susceptible to slugs, snails and aphids
Disease resistanceProne to root rot