About
A robust, rhizomatous perennial from mountain meadows in the Alps and Pyrenees with deeply lobed, broad, mid-green basal leaves and tall, erect stems bearing large, flat umbels of small, white flowers in summer. A handsome, large-leaved arnica relative for a cool, moist, alpine border or streamside planting.
About the genus
Gentianella is a diverse genus of plants that may be annual, perennial, or woody. Species are cultivated for their flowers, foliage, or architectural habit and are adapted to various climatic conditions
Plant details
Suggested usesBorders, containers, mixed plantings.
Care notes
CultivationPlant in well-drained soil. Water during establishment.
PruningRemove dead growth as needed.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.