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Gentiana septemfida var. lagodechiana

Family Gentianaceae
Plant Type
Zone USDA:   2a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 10 - 15 cm (4 - 6 in)
Spread 30 - 45 cm (12 - 18 in)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture average to moist, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description Gentiana septemfida var. lagodechiana (summer gentian) yields medium blue blossoms during mid-summer to early autumn. This plant has foliage that is deep green in colour.
Typical Uses Accent, alpine or rock garden, container, edging and woodland.
Special Characteristics This plant has a natural ability to resist rabbits.