Gentiana triflora var. japonica seeds. – ( Gentian)

$4.90

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Description

picture thanks to https://www.jelitto.com

This gentian bears bright blue to light blue flowers which are bell shaped,  in the axils of the strong vertical stems. It prefers a good humus rich soil in semi- shade and looks stunning in the garden .  It is an extremely good cut flower , lasting very well in the vase.

Sowing advice

Take care , these seeds are very small.

Sow seeds onto the surface of moist well drained seed raising mix.  Do not cover as light is required for germination. Just press the seeds into the mix.  Keep at 20 deg C . water from the bottom of the pot or use a mister to avoid submerging the seeds. They should germinate in 7-14 days.  Keep them at cooler temps once they have germinated.

Additional information

Classification

Perennial

Common Name

Gentian

Family

gentianaceae

Maximum Height

approx 80cm with flowers

Number of seeds in packet

approx 40