Gentiana x macaulayi 'Edinburgh' (gentian 'Edinburgh') — Matforming, Trailing | Fenn

Overview

Gentiana x macaulayi 'Edinburgh' is a matforming, trailing herbaceous perennial in the genus Gentiana, part of the Gentianaceae family, with semi-evergreen, deciduous foliage. Gentiana x macaulayi 'Edinburgh' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates loam and sand soils and acid and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include rock garden, container and border.

About

Gentiana x macaulayi 'Edinburgh' is a matforming, trailing cultivar of the Gentiana genus, known for its trumpet-shaped blooms. It features semi-evergreen to deciduous foliage and thrives in fertile, moist but well-drained loam or sandy soils with an acid to neutral pH. Suitable for full sun or partial shade, it performs well in exposed or sheltered east-, south-, or west-facing aspects. Hardy to UK zone H5, this cultivar is ideal for rock gardens, containers, or borders and offers interest during summer and autumn. Propagation is by division in spring.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Gentiana

Sunlight: Full sun, Partial shade
Soil type: Loam, Sand
Soil pH: Acid, Neutral
Soil moisture: Moist but well-drained
Aspect: East-facing, South-facing, West-facing
Exposure: Exposed, Sheltered
UK hardiness: H5

Plant details

Gentiana x macaulayi 'Edinburgh' size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: Herbaceous Perennial, Alpine Rockery
Habit: Matforming, Trailing
Foliage: Semi-evergreen, Deciduous
Suggested uses: Rock garden, Container, Border

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Gentiana x macaulayi 'Edinburgh'

Propagation: Division in spring
Pest resistance: Slugs, Snails, Aphids, Red spider mite
Disease resistance: Rust, Stem rot

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to plant Gentiana x macaulayi 'Edinburgh'?

Gentiana x macaulayi 'Edinburgh' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.

What soil does Gentiana x macaulayi 'Edinburgh' need?

Gentiana x macaulayi 'Edinburgh' grows best in loam and sand soil. It prefers acid and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.

Is Gentiana x macaulayi 'Edinburgh' hardy in the UK?

Gentiana x macaulayi 'Edinburgh' has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.

How do I propagate Gentiana x macaulayi 'Edinburgh'?

Division in spring.

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