Product Description
Overview
Gentiana Acaulis, also known as the Stemless Gentian, is a captivating alpine plant admired for its intense blue trumpet-shaped flowers. These low-growing perennials bring an enchanting pop of color to rock gardens and edges. Easy to maintain and frost-hardy, Gentiana Acaulis is perfect for gardeners who appreciate elegant, ground-hugging blooms that flourish in cooler climates.
Key Features
- Produces deep blue, trumpet-shaped flowers.
- Compact and hardy perennial ideal for rock gardens.
- Thrives in cool temperatures and partial sunlight.
- Attracts bees and pollinators.
- Non-GMO, high-quality seeds for reliable growth.
Specifications
- Common Name: Stemless Gentian
- Botanical Name: Gentiana acaulis
- Plant Type: Perennial
- Flower Color: Blue
- Height: 4–6 inches
- Bloom Season: Late Spring to Summer
- Sunlight: Partial Sun to Full Sun
- Soil Type: Moist, well-drained, slightly acidic soil
- Water Requirement: Moderate
- USDA Zones: 4–8
- Growth Habit: Compact, low-spreading
- GMO Status: Non-GMO
- Special Features: Cold-hardy, alpine species, long-blooming
Planting & Growing Guide
- Sow seeds in early spring or autumn on the surface of moist soil.
- Press lightly into the soil; do not cover deeply as seeds need light to germinate.
- Maintain consistent moisture and a cool environment (10–15°C).
- Germination takes 3–6 weeks; transplant seedlings after frost danger passes.
- Choose a site with partial sun and well-drained, slightly acidic soil.
- Water regularly but avoid overwatering to prevent root rot.
