Gentiana acaulis

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Gentiana acaulis in a 1 litre pot.

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Summary

Description

Gentiana acaulis, commonly known as the stemless gentian, is a stunning and unique flowering plant that is native to the mountains of central and southern Europe. This plant is prized for its beautiful, deep blue flowers that appear in the late spring and early summer, adding a vibrant touch of colour to the garden. Gentiana acaulis is a low-growing plant that is easy to grow in a well-draining, acidic soil in a full-sun to part-shade location. It prefers a cool and moist environment, and is best suited to alpine and rock gardens, or as a groundcover in a shady area of the garden. To create a harmonious planting scheme, consider pairing Gentiana acaulis with some complementary companion plants. For example, the delicate pink or white flowers of Aubrieta (rock cress) can provide a beautiful contrast to the deep blue blooms of the stemless gentian. The purple or pink flowers of Primula (primrose) also pair well with Gentiana acaulis and can create a natural and romantic look in the garden.

Key Facts

  • Common Name(s):Stemless gentian
  • Hardiness:Fully hardy
  • How big will I get? Gentiana acaulis can grow to a height of 0.1m and a spread of 0.3m.
  • Did You Know That:The stemless gentian is a long-lived plant, and can survive for up to 20 years in the right conditions?

Plant Calendar

A rough guide to how this plant will change through the year.

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Flowering Time
Foliage Colour
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Care Guide

Soil Requirements

Gentiana acaulis prefers moist but well-draining soil. This plant can grow in soil with a wide range of pH levels, it is not picky about the pH level of the soil.

Best Position

Gentiana acaulis can handle either an exposed or a sheltered position and can cope with either full sun or partial shade.

Maintenance

Gentiana acaulis is fairly low maintenance and doesn't require any pruning.

Pest, Diseases and Wildlife

Gentiana acaulis can have problems with slugs and snails, and it tends not to have problems with diseases.

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