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 | Heritage Perennial Profile |
Here's the complete description for this Heritage Perennial. Drop in any time to see the rest of our collection.
| Plant Number: 1.225.150 | USDA Zone: 3 - 9 |
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 | Gentiana cruciata |
| Common name : Cross Gentian |
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| Many Gentians are somewhat fussy plants, but this species is so foolproof that any gardener will succeed with it. Plants form a low, bushy clump of large dark green leaves, bearing small bright blue flowers that are held along arching stems, in late summer. Nice edging plant for the border or woodland. Prefers an evenly moist soil. Clumps may be easily divided in early spring.
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Appearance |
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Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Partial Shade
Soil Type
Normal
Sandy
Clay
Soil pH
Neutral
Alkaline
Acid
Soil Moisture
Average
Moist
Care Level
Easy
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Flower Colour
Deep Blue
Blooming Time
Late Summer
Early Fall
Foliage Color
Deep Green
Plant Uses & Characteristics
Accent: Good Texture/Form
Alpine & Rock
Border
Containers
Cut Flower
Edging
Rabbit Resistant
Woodland
Flower Head Size
Small
Height
20-30 cm
8-12 inches
Spread
30-45 cm
12-18 inches
Foot Traffic
None
Growth Rate
Medium
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