2010
Gentiana septemfida var. lagodechiana
"Select"
Flowering period: July - September
Height < 25 cm
Spread: 25 - 50 cm
Habit: Spherical
Flower type: Spiked
Leaf Color Light Green
Placement: Full sun to partial shade
Water Low
Fertilizer need: Low
Plant type: Perennial
Class Best seller 2010
Family: Gentianaceae
Origin: Caucasus
Special Features: One of the easiest gentians to grow with gorgeous, upward facing, bell-shaped dark blue flowers
History: Named for King Gentius of Illyria (500 B.C.) who, it is alleged, uncovered medicinal properties of Gentiana lutea. Introduced by JELITTO PERENNIAL SEEDS in 1992