Unique clusters of tubular, bluish-purple to violet flowers appear above the leafy foliage of bottle gentian from late summer to mid-fall. Preferring moist, shady conditions, bottle gentian can be planted in shade gardens, cottage gardens, woodland gardens, near ponds, and along streams. This species is native to the Chicago region according to Swink and Wilhelm’s Plants of the Chicago Region and current research.
- Family (English) Gentian
- Family (botanic) Gentianaceae
- Tree or plant type Perennial
- Native locale Chicago area, Illinois, North America
- Size range Medium plant (12-24 inches)
- Light exposure Partial sun / shade (4-6 hrs light daily), Full shade (4 hrs or less of light daily)
- Hardiness zones Zone 3, Zone 4, Zone 5 (Northern Illinois), Zone 6 (City of Chicago), Zone 7
- Soil preference Acid soil, Moist, well-drained soil
- Tolerances Occasional flooding, Wet sites
- Season of interest late summer, early fall, mid fall
- Flower color and fragrance Blue, Purple, White
- Shape or form Narrow, Upright
- Growth rate Moderate
- Wildlife Insect pollinators
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Unique clusters of tubular, bluish-purple to violet flowers appear above the leafy foliage of bottle gentian from late summer to mid-fall. Preferring moist, shady conditions, bottle gentian can be planted in shade gardens, cottage gardens, woodland gardens, near ponds, and along streams. This species is native to the Chicago region according to Swink and Wilhelm’s Plants of the Chicago Region and current research.