Wildflowers
Closed Gentian
Gentiana andrewsii
Features
Large blue or purple flower buds that never open.
Culture
Partial shade; consistently moist sites.
Mature Height
1-2 Feet
Native To:
Illinois
Indiana
Iowa
Michigan
Missouri
Ohio
Wisconsin
USDA Hardiness Zone
3 - 6
Bloom Color
Blue
Purple
Bloom Season
September - October
Soil Conditions
Moist, Well-Drained
Wet
Exposure/Light Requirements
Partial Sun/Shade
Pests and Problems
Environmental Damage
Additional pests and problems that may affect this plant:
No serious insect or disease problems.
Additional Notes
Found in wet prairies and meadows.
