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Gentiana acaulis
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This plant has in the system Hansen/Mussel used for describing perennials the following code : 5.3.4.4

Explanation of the first digit : General location : ALPINE GARDEN. Plant-lovers plants, they are difficult and demanding concerning treatment, place to put and soil. For the experienced gardener.

Explanation of the second digit : Specific demands of the plant : Plants for a sunny place, keep dry in the winter.

Explanation of the third digit : Where to put : Chalkfree grit needed in the soil. A moist soil wanted.

Explanation of the fourth digit : Other characteristics : Does not sucker much, combines well with other plants.

Color : blauw

Flowering period : may - june

Size approx. : 10 cm.

Recommended quantity per square meter : 11


Common name : Gentian


Family : Gentianaceae


© first picture : Gijs Haverkamp

© picture 2 : J.C. de Kreek and D. van Gelderen, location picture : Zwitserland

© picture 3 : Gijs Haverkamp

© picture 4 : Th. Ploeger en Zn

© picture 5 : Gijs Haverkamp