Gentiana lutea
Gentiana lutea
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Yellow gentian is best known for its rootstock, which can be as thick as a human arm. Roots are used medicinally, as a flavoring agent in vermouth, and to make gentian schnapps. We love this plant for its height, longevity, and durability.
This lime-loving mountain denizen is best grown in rich, moist but-well drained sandy loam in full sun to part shade. This is a slow-grower that may take many years to come into flower. Will not tolerate much humidity, heavy soil, or drought.
Zones: 3 to 7
Family: Gentianaceae
Type: Perennial
Height: 24 to 36 in.
Spread: 12 to 24 in.
Exposure: Full sun
Soil Conditions: lime-loving, calcareous, well-drained, average
Bloom Time: June to August
Bloom Color: Pure Yellow
Native Range: central and southern European
Image Credits:
- Heinz Staudacher, CC BY-SA 4.0 <https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0>, via Wikimedia Commons
