Bottle Gentian

Gentiana andrewsii

Bottle Gentian (Gentiana andrewsii) is a seasonal plant with blue blooms in fall. They prefer moist soil in sun to part sun, where they grow up to 2 feet tall. They are a good choice for slopes and basins. Companion plants include Southern Blue Flag Iris (Iris virginica var. shrevei) and Palm Sedge (Carex muskigemensis).

Maintenance

No serious maintenance needs.

About

Light Requirements
Sun, Part Sun
Moisture Requirements
Slopes, Basin
Soil Requirements
Organically Rich Soil
Height
Very Short, Short
Spacing
1 to 2 feet
Category
Seasonal
Attracts
Bees
Illinois Native Plant Status
Yes
Bloom Time
September, October
Bloom Color
Blue, Purple
Seasonality
Fall
Sociability
Groups of 5-10