Gentiana septemfida var. lagodechiana 'Bella Alpinella'
Gentiana septemfida "Bella Alpinella" is a low-growing Summer Gentian with masses of sapphire blue flowers from midsummer to early fall
Description:
Gentiana septemfida var. lagodechiana "Bella Alpinella' is a summer gentian that is a true blue sensation. Tidy, low-growing, compact plants produce upright stems holding a fantastic visual display of masses of trumpet-like, sapphire blue flowers from midsummer to early fall. Deadheading encourages more blooming. Tolerates full sun to part shade in well-drained, peaty, acidic soil. A choice addition to rock gardens, front border displays, and special containers.
Common Name: Summer Gentian
Family: Gentianaceae (The Gentian Family)
Zone Hardiness: 3-8
Light: Full Sun, Part Sun, Part Shade
Height: 4-8"
Width: 4-8"
Primary Bloom Colour: Blue
Secondary Bloom Colour: White/Cream
Class: Deciduous
Type: Perennial
Bloom Time: Summer - Fall
Soil Moisture: Average
Stem Colour:
Fragrance: No
Berries:
Benefits:
Deer Resistant: Unknown
BC Native: No
Native Habitat: Distributed throughout alpine and woodland habitats.
Award:
Geogrpahical Origin: Asia and the Pacific - Southwest Asia and Asia Minor
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