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Asked by
susanewis1946 on
August 29, 2017
Somerset UK

Q. Gentian care

I have planted a gentian in a pot – is this OK? Does it like dry conditions or prefer the shade?

Thanks Susan Lewis

Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
August 30, 2017
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This is a difficult plant to grow outside of it's natural growing conditions.

This article will refresh you on the care requirements.

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/gentian/growing-gentian-plants.htm

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Anonymous on
July 20, 2018

Q. Gentian Violet plant

I bought a beautiful Gentian Violet plant a few weeks ago but it is dying rapidly and several of the buds have already fallen off. I am a keen gardener but don’t know what I am doing wrong (obviously something!) so I would be very grateful for any advice you can give me please. Many thanks.

Lynda

Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
July 22, 2018
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It is very difficult to grow Gentian Violets outside of their natural habitat.
This article has more information.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/gentian/growing-gentian-plants.htm

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