Gentiana andrewsii (Bottle Gentian) - 3QT

Name: Gentiana andrewsii (Bottle Gentian) - 3QT
Brand: Scioto Gardens Native Plant Nursery
SKU: GenAnd1
Price: 15.99 USD
Availability: InStock

Bottle Gentian

Striking dark blue flowers which remain closed, have the appearance of buds. They sit on top of the ends of its stems. It's a great source of food for bumblebees as they are one of the few insects able to open the tightly closed blooms. It is one of the last flowers to bloom in fall providing a good food source at the end of the year. Slow to establish but once it does it is a long-lasting tough perennial. If happy it will form large clumps. Tolerates full sun with consistent moisture and average to moist soil in the shade.

Plant Care & Installation Quick-Guide

Proper acclimation and installation are key to your plant's success. Please cross-reference these tips with your plant's specific ID tags:

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Pre-Planting: Store plants in a light-appropriate area on soil or grass (avoid hot concrete or asphalt) and water daily until the soil is saturated and the pot feels heavy. If temperatures drop below 30°F, move pots to a garage or cover them to prevent root freeze.

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Installation: Dig a hole matching the depth of the pot, remove the fabric container, and ensure the plant’s crown or root flare is level with the ground. Fill gaps with soil, water heavily, and apply 2 inches of mulch—keeping it clear of the stem.

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Ongoing Care: Check moisture daily by feeling 1–2 inches into the soil; water deeply at the base if the soil feels dry or warm. Newly installed plants require frequent watering (up to 3–4 times weekly in heat) until fully established, which can take a few months for perennials and up to two years for trees.

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