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Gentian Seeds - Acaulis
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Stemless Gentian (Gentiana Acaulis) - Start Gentian seeds for this lovely perennial herb. Known as Stemless Gentian, Trumpet Gentian or Blauer Enzian, this herb plant typically is found growing in acidic soils. A second botanical name is Gentiana kochiana.MORE GENTIAN OPTIONS
Flower Specifications
SEASON
Perennial
USDA ZONES
3 - 9
HEIGHT
4 inches
BLOOM SEASON
Late spring to mid summer
BLOOM COLOR
Blue
ENVIRONMENT
Full sun to partial shade
SOIL TYPE
Well drained soils, pH 6.0 - 6.5
DEER RESISTANT
Yes
LATIN NAME
Gentiana Acaulis
Stemless Gentian (Gentiana Acaulis) - Start Gentian seeds for this lovely perennial herb. Known as Stemless Gentian, Trumpet Gentian or Blauer Enzian, this herb plant typically is found growing in acidic soils. A second botanical name is Gentiana kochiana. The Stemless Gentian herb height is only 4 inches tall and it spreads 6 inches or more. The leaves are evergreen, grow from a basal rosette, and form clumps. The blue flowers are trumpet-shaped and have olive-green spotted throats. The Trumpet Gentian herb likes full sun, is fully hardy, and flowers in late spring and summer.
How To Grow Gentiana Acaulis: Gentian seeds require some patience in getting them to germinate. There are two recommended methods for starting the seed. First method, in the spring, mix the herb seeds in a moist growing medium, place in a freezer bag, then stratify by refrigeration for two months. Second method, in the fall place the Gentian seeds in starter trays with seed starter mix that has been moistened. Cover the trays with glass or plastic to help keep the moisture in. Place the trays in a cold frame outdoors or place the flat in a protected area outdoors. Gentian seedlings can be transplanted into their permanent place either in spring or fall. Gentian plants require moist, humus soil that drains well.