About
This compact perennial forming a mat of small, lance-shaped, evergreen leaves, with erect stems carrying solitary deep sky-blue flowers 3.5cm across in spring and early 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
Soil pHAlkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureWell-drained
AspectSouth-facing, East-facing
ExposureExposed
UK hardinessH5
Plant details
Plant typeHerbaceous Perennial
HabitMatforming
FoliageEvergreen
HeightUp to 10 cm
Spread0-0.1 metre
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesCottage and informal garden, Gravel garden, Patio and container plants, Rock garden
Care notes
CultivationGrow in well-drained, limey or neutral soil in sun
PruningNo pruning required
PropagationPropagate by division after flowering
Pest resistanceMay be susceptible to slugs, snails, glasshouse red spider mite and aphids
Disease resistanceMay be susceptible to a rust and soil fungal diseases