Gentiana andrewsii (Bottle Gentain) Groundcover Sun Exposure Prairie

Sun Exposure Prairie

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A favorite of many bee and wasp species

Grows best in rock stream edges and substrates and spreads through roots

Photo By: Fritzflohrreynolds (Own work) [CC BY-SA 3

Gentiana andrewsii (Bottle Gentain) Groundcover Sun Exposure PrairieThis late summer to early fall blooming perennial sweeps the landscape with its cluster of regal blue blooms adding a deeper tone to the increasingly golden fall prairie. This plant thrives in moist and rich soils, ranging in habitat from moist prairies, seepage areas, and fens. Its attractive foliage and bloom add to its alluring effect and with correct soil and moisture conditions deterring it from drought, is a great addition to a natural area or