Cross Gentian
Zone 3 - 9 
Durable, compact plant with glossy, spoon-shaped leaves that intersect to resemble a cross.  Long flowering from mid-summer to early fall producing showy, dark blue, bell-shaped blooms with a hint of icy blue at the rim.  This is one of the easier Gentian to grow being more drought tolerant than other species.  Prefers average to moist, acidic, well-drained soils in part shade. Best grown where it will be protected from the hot afternoon sun. Protect from winter wetness which may result in root rot.    HEIGHT:   20-30 cm    SPREAD:   30-40 cm
Image Courtesy of Walters Gardens
1 gallon size