seeds: Gentianopsis crinita (fringed gentian)
 
Includes a brochure with instructions on how to sow native seeds.
 
Seed sowing instructions
 
code C(60), D = Needs at least 60 days of cold moist stratification. Surface sow.
 
You can find more information about how to sow native seeds HERE.
 
Plant information
The blooms of Gentianopsis crinita are deep blue and appear in late summer to fall, usually around August or September. They open in the cooler days and close in the heat. Fringed gentian does well in moist soils, and it prefers full sun. It's a great choice for a spot with consistent moisture, but make sure it’s not in standing water – it doesn’t like wet feet for too long.
 
Its flowers attract various pollinators, including bumblebees like Bombus impatiens, who visit for nectar. It also tends to be deer-resistant, so you won't have to worry about your garden visitors munching on it.