Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Gentianaceae

Genus:

Gentianella

Species:

Gentianella formosissima

Growth Characteristics

Height:

60 cm

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Bloom Months:

aug,sep,oct

Bloom Colors:

magenta, pink, purple

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

bees, butterflies

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Source: deepseek-v4-flash

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days

Germination Time:

14–30 days

Notes:

Seeds benefit from cold stratification for 4-8 weeks; surface sow on moist medium and keep cool.

Source: deepseek-v4-flash