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Herbaceous Perennial
Gentiana pneumonanthe
autumn bell flower
Gentiana pneumoanthe is a perennial with erect stems to around 40cm tall, narrow, needle-like leaves and large, intense blue, tubular flowers in terminal clusters with petals streaked whitish-grey/green on the outside and spotted grey inside
Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metresTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
0.1–0.5 metresGrowing conditions
Clay
Loam
Sand
Moisture
Moist but well–drainedpH
Acid, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Green | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Blue | Green | ||
| Autumn | Green | |||
| Winter |
Position
- Full sun
- Partial shade
Aspect
South–facing or East–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered Hardiness
H6Botanical details
- Family
- Gentianaceae
- Native to the UK
- Yes
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Genus
Gentiana can be annuals, biennials, herbaceous or evergreen perennials, mostly with showy, trumpet or salver-shaped flowers
- Name status
Correct
- Plant range
- Europe to C Asia
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in a moist but well-drained, acid or neutral, humus-rich soil
Propagation
Propagate by seed
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Cottage and informal garden
- Patio and container plants
- Wildlife gardens
- Flower borders and beds
Pruning
No pruning required
Pests
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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