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GENTIANA dahurica
Commonly known as Gentian
Dark purplish-blue flowers
Further Reading....
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Evergreen
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Semi-evergreenKeeps some of its foliage all year, and will drop some leaves as well.Lance-shaped, pointed leaves to 15cm (6in) long
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PurpleShades of purple/mauve/lilac/violetPurple-blue with paler throat -
Height30cm (12in) -
Spread30cm (12in)
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HerbaceousEarly in the year, typically January till end of March, herbaceous plants might be supplied in 9cm pots to ensure timely despatch.Loose, semi-spreading plant with lax stems. More upright when grown between other plants
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Hardy - cold winterHardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F) -
Full sunWhere summers are cool and damp -
Partial shade
GENTIANA dahurica
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Additional Features
Good to knowEasier to grow than others so a good choice for a first gentian
Pests & DiseasesSlugs, snails, aphids and red spider mite under glass, gentian rust, various stem rots
Place of originChina -
Flower ShapeTrumpet
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HardinessFully hardy
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Seasonal InterestAutumn
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Soil ConditionsFertile moist well-drained soilHumus-richNeutral to acid soil
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WildlifeRabbit Resistant
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Gentiana - Growing Guide
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Useful extras...
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A useful fertiliser suitable for use on a wide variety of plants. Q4 provides all the nutrients and trace elements essential for vigorous growth, abundant flowering and ripening of fruit.
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