'True Blue' Gentian

'True Blue' Gentian (Gentiana 'True Blue')

'True Blue' Gentian is a striking, herbaceous perennial known for its intensely vivid blue, trumpet-shaped flowers that bloom from midsummer to early fall. This low-maintenance plant thrives in cool climates with moist, well-drained soils, adding a pop of rare blue color to the garden. Ideal for borders, rock gardens, and pollinator-friendly landscapes, 'True Blue' Gentian brings elegance and charm with its upright growth and stunning blooms.

Key Characteristics:

• Brilliant Blue Blooms
  The vivid, true blue flowers of Gentiana 'True Blue' are eye-catching and unique. Blooming from July to September, these trumpet-shaped blooms are a rare color in gardens and provide a show-stopping display.

• Attracts Pollinators
  The tubular flowers of Gentiana are highly attractive to bees and butterflies, offering late-season nectar. This makes 'True Blue' Gentian a great addition to pollinator gardens where it supports biodiversity.

• Moisture-Loving Perennial
  Thriving in moist, well-drained soils, 'True Blue' Gentian prefers cooler climates and benefits from partial shade in hot areas. It’s perfect for rain gardens, woodland edges, and damp, shady borders.

• Low Maintenance and Deer Resistant
  Once established, this perennial requires minimal care. It is deer resistant, meaning it is less likely to be browsed by wildlife, and its compact form makes it easy to fit into smaller garden spaces.

• Perfect for Borders and Rock Gardens
  Growing up to 18-24 inches tall, 'True Blue' Gentian is well-suited for garden borders, rock gardens, or cottage gardens. Its upright stems and clean foliage make it a perfect complement to mixed plantings.

Product Details:

• Native Range: Hybrid (species native to temperate regions)
• Plant Life Cycle: Perennial
• Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil Requirements: Moist, well-drained soils
• Mature Height: 18-24 inches
• Bloom Time: July to September
• Bloom Color: Bright blue
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 4-7

With its rich blue flowers and easy-care nature, 'True Blue' Gentian is perfect for adding rare color and pollinator support to gardens. It thrives in moist soils and partial shade, making it a standout in woodland edges or borders.