Gentiana boissieri

Gentiana boissieri

Native to:
Türkiye

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Gentianaceae
Genus:
Gentiana
Species:
Gentiana boissieri

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Forb/herb
Height:
30 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Low
Bloom Colors:
blue

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
bees, butterflies
Deer Resistant:
Yes

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days
Germination Time:
14–30 days
Notes:
Seeds require cold stratification for 4-8 weeks to break dormancy; surface sow on moist, well-drained medium.

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ORGHPS Germination Guide: Sow at 4°C for 3 months, then place @ 20°C for 3 months. * avoid pricking out individually, transplant seedlings in clumps

Source: Ontario Rock Garden & Hardy Plant Society