Gentiana cruciata 'Blue Cross' (Star Gentian)

The Gentiana cruciata 'Blue Cross', commonly known as Star Gentian, is a striking perennial with bright blue trumpet-shaped flowers that bloom in late summer to early fall. The flowers are arranged in clusters at the top of sturdy stems, making them perfect for cut flower arrangements. This plant prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It grows to a height of about 12-18 inches and has a spread of about 8-12 inches.