Origin: US Native
Other Common Names: Greater Fringed Gentian, Gentian Root
Duration: Perennial
Bloom Time: August-September
Height: 9” to 12”
Spacing: 12” to 15”
Light: Full Sun
Soil Moisture: Wet
USDA Zone: 3a-6b
Germination: Fall plant or cold stratify for 1 to 3 months for best results. Sow seeds on the soil surface at 70F and water.
Seeds Per Oz: 200000
Iridescent blue flowers are displayed on the top of the slender stems of this native wildflower. Sometimes called the "Fringed Gentian", this name comes from the ruffled outer edges of the showy blooms. The flowers generally remain closed on cloudy days, but open wide as soon as the sunshine touches them. Start growing this beautiful, rare species in your meadows or flowers beds today!
