Gentiana cruciata 'Blue Cross'
Blue Cross Gentian
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An easy to grow Gentian with vivid blue flowers that are unlike any other, clusters of creamy-blue buds open to bright blue flowers midsummer through fall, drought resistant and loved by hummingbirds and butterflies, requires well-drained soil.
- · Intense blue flower color
- · Great for attracting butterflies
- · Slow growing and clumping in habit
Recommended Substitution
Veronica spicata 'Royal Candles'
Speedwell
Beautiful dark green foliage with rigid upright and branching flower spikes of deep royal blue flowers. Very floriferous plant blooms all summer.
| Item # | Pack | Size | Avail Units | Avail Plants | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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4521505
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30 | 3" Plug | SOLD OUT | SOLD OUT | Login for Pricing |
Height:
8-10 in
Zone:
3-7
Gentiana cruciata 'Blue Cross'
Exposure
| • | Sun Tolerant |
| • | Morning Sun / Afternoon Shade |
Soil Moisture Needs
| • | Dry |
| • | Average Soil |
Nature Attraction
| • | Attracts Butterflies |
| • | Attracts Hummingbirds |
Attributes
| • | Good Container Plant |
| • | Long Blooming |
| • | Drought Tolerant |
| • | Edging |
| • | Small / Miniature |
| • | Border |
Growth Rate in the Garden
| • | Slow |
Season of Interest (Flowering)
| • | Late Summer / Early Fall |
| • | Summer |
| • | Late Summer |
