Gentiana septemfida var. lagodechiana
Lagodekhi crested gentian
A low-growing perennial to 10cm tall, with trailing stems clad in paired ovate leaves and ending in 1 - 3 mid-blue, trumpet-shaped flowers 4cm long in late summer
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Size
Ultimate height
Up to 10cmTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
0.1–0.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Green | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Blue | Green | ||
| Autumn | Green | |||
| Winter |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
South–facing or North–facing or West–facing or East–facing
Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered Hardiness
H5Botanical details
- Family
- Gentianaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Habit
- Matforming
- Genus
Gentiana can be annuals, biennials, herbaceous or evergreen perennials, mostly with showy, trumpet or salver-shaped flowers
- Name status
Unresolved
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in moist but well-drained, humus-rich soil. Suitable for the front of borders. Performs best in sunny conditions
Propagation
Propagate by seed or division of offsets in spring
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- City and courtyard gardens
- Gravel garden
- Patio and container plants
- Cottage and informal garden
- Rock garden
- Flower borders and beds
- Garden edging
Pruning
No pruning required
Pests
Diseases
May be susceptible to root rot
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